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FG55 FXJ

2005 Renault Modus

Red Petrol 1149cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Dec 2021
Tests21 (13 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate61.9%

Mileage

100,898 mi
Last recorded100,898 miles
Recorded on2 Dec 2020
Typical for 2005 Renault Modus54,840 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFG55 FXJ
MakeRenault
ModelModus
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,149cc

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MOT History

13 pass 8 fail
Pass 2 Dec 2020 100,898 miles
Fail 2 Dec 2020 100,898 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 8 Nov 2019 94,688 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 7 Nov 2018 85,891 miles
Fail 6 Nov 2018 85,823 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn excessive movement. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Nov 2017 76,275 miles

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded rear metal brake pipe across axle (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 20 Nov 2017 76,275 miles

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

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded rear metal brake pipe across axle (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 11 Nov 2016 70,236 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2015 66,933 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2014 64,630 miles

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

Pass 7 Oct 2013 61,616 miles
Fail 5 Oct 2013 61,605 miles

Nearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 3 Oct 2012 54,123 miles
Fail 3 Oct 2012 54,123 miles

Offside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 5 Oct 2011 48,668 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2010 40,933 miles
Fail 6 Oct 2010 40,933 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 1 Oct 2009 30,899 miles
Fail 30 Sep 2009 30,899 miles

Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

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

Pass 2 Oct 2008 21,865 miles
Fail 1 Oct 2008 21,865 miles

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

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

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

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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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FG55 FXJ is a 2005 Renault Modus in Red with a 1,149cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.9%.

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 FG55 FXJ, 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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What year was FG55 FXJ registered?

FG55 FXJ is a 2005 Renault Modus, first registered on 3 October 2005.

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