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DU55 VBV

2005 Renault Modus

Red Petrol 1149cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Mar 2019
Tests18 (10 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate55.6%

Mileage

94,881 mi
Last recorded94,881 miles
Recorded on30 Mar 2018
Typical for 2005 Renault Modus54,840 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDU55 VBV
MakeRenault
ModelModus
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,149cc

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MOT History

10 pass 8 fail
Pass 30 Mar 2018 94,881 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge worn (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 30 Mar 2018 94,875 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge worn (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 9 Nov 2016 89,493 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play inner tie rod (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit close to limits on inner and outer edge (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Oil leak ()

Fail 8 Nov 2016 89,490 miles

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt link arm (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play inner tie rod (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit close to limits on inner and outer edge (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Oil leak ()

Pass 7 Nov 2015 81,310 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear tyre cracking

Offside Front tyre slight wear on inner and outer edge

Offside Rear tyre cracking

oil leak contaminating o/s inner drive shaft boot and o/s steering rack gaiter

rear bumper slightly insecure

Fail 6 Nov 2015 81,308 miles

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear tyre cracking

Offside Front tyre slight wear on inner and outer edge

Offside Rear tyre cracking

oil leak contaminating o/s inner drive shaft boot and o/s steering rack gaiter

rear bumper slightly insecure

Pass 24 Oct 2014 76,992 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2013 70,361 miles
Fail 6 Nov 2013 70,346 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 8 Jan 2013 63,639 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2012 56,703 miles

Nearside Rear All position lamps have light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3b)

Fail 5 Jan 2012 56,615 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Nearside Rear All position lamps have light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 6 Jan 2011 54,119 miles
Fail 31 Dec 2010 54,099 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Steering column will not lock in a fixed position (adjustable type) (2.1.2a)

Pass 23 Dec 2009 53,246 miles
Fail 19 Dec 2009 53,182 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 5 Jan 2009 44,741 miles
Fail 23 Dec 2008 44,741 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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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DU55 VBV is a 2005 Renault Modus in Red with a 1,149cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 55.6%.

Across all 2005 Renault Modus models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.1% with a typical mileage of 54,840 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 DU55 VBV, 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 21 years old, this Renault Modus is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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DU55 VBV is a 2005 Renault Modus, first registered on 1 September 2005.

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