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DS08 HFX

2008 Renault Modus

Silver Diesel 1461cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jan 2022
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

146,317 mi
Last recorded146,317 miles
Recorded on14 Dec 2020
Typical for 2008 Renault Modus53,023 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDS08 HFX
MakeRenault
ModelModus
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,461cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 14 Dec 2020 146,317 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Coil spring corroded both fronts (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Fail 14 Dec 2020 146,306 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (8.2.2.2 (b))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Coil spring corroded both fronts (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Jul 2019 127,927 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on edges (5.2.3 (e))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 3 Jul 2019 127,927 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on edges (5.2.3 (e))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Jul 2018 108,761 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2018 108,735 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced cross member under radiator (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Sub-frame corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 28 Jun 2017 107,346 miles

Front Sub-frame attachment slightly corroded (2.4.G.1)

Pass 26 May 2016 104,812 miles
Pass 26 May 2015 101,241 miles

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 2 Jun 2014 95,546 miles
Pass 20 May 2013 86,671 miles
Pass 4 May 2012 80,033 miles
Pass 23 May 2011 56,510 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Fail 23 May 2011 56,510 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

How Reliable is the Renault Modus?

Based on 549,585 MOT tests across 30,925 vehicles.

70.7%
Pass Rate
4,567
Miles/Year
22
Year Lifespan
30,925
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

coil spring broken 17,600
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 13,967
Track rod end ball joint has excessive play 9,981
position lamp(s) not working 9,931
Headlamp not working on dipped beam 7,896
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DS08 HFX is a 2008 Renault Modus in Silver with a 1,461cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 2008 Renault Modus models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.5% with a typical mileage of 53,023 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Renault Modus fails its MOT is coil spring broken, accounting for 17,600 recorded failures. If you're considering buying DS08 HFX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Renault Modus typically stays on UK roads for around 22 years. At 18 years old, this Renault Modus is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was DS08 HFX registered?

DS08 HFX is a 2008 Renault Modus, first registered on 28 June 2008.

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