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FL55 VLB

2006 Renault Modus

Blue Diesel 1461cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Jan 2027
Tests24 (18 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

144,455 mi
Last recorded144,455 miles
Recorded on27 Jan 2026
Typical for 2006 Renault Modus52,973 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFL55 VLB
MakeRenault
ModelModus
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,461cc

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MOT History

18 pass 6 fail
Pass 27 Jan 2026 144,455 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 20 Jan 2025 139,153 miles

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 29 Jan 2024 133,941 miles

Nearside Front tyre cracking on side wall

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

Offside Front tyre cracking on side wall and uneven wear

Fail 29 Jan 2024 133,941 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Front Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Front Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))

Nearside Front tyre cracking on side wall

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

Offside Front tyre cracking on side wall and uneven wear

Pass 27 Jan 2023 128,470 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 1 Feb 2022 122,169 miles

both headlamp lenses faded

Pass 26 Jan 2021 114,765 miles

front brake discs very corroded

Pass 24 Jan 2020 110,304 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2019 103,537 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2018 97,783 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2017 91,061 miles
Fail 23 Jan 2017 91,061 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Pass 19 Jan 2016 85,768 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2015 79,277 miles

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

Pass 21 Jan 2014 72,783 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2013 63,243 miles

Front brake discs worn & corroded, not considered excessive.

Noted slight judder from front brakes during roller brake test, not evident on road.

Fail 3 Jan 2013 63,241 miles

coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

Front brake discs worn & corroded, not considered excessive.

Noted slight judder from front brakes during roller brake test, not evident on road.

Parking brake lever nearing limit of travel.

Pass 9 Jan 2012 54,252 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 27 Jan 2011 44,685 miles
Fail 25 Jan 2011 44,685 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

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

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

Pass 17 Dec 2009 34,719 miles
Fail 14 Dec 2009 34,682 miles

Centre Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

Nearside Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 8 Dec 2008 19,423 miles
Fail 8 Dec 2008 19,423 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Rear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

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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FL55 VLB is a 2006 Renault Modus in Blue with a 1,461cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2006 Renault Modus models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.1% with a typical mileage of 52,973 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 FL55 VLB, 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 20 years old, this Renault Modus is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was FL55 VLB registered?

FL55 VLB is a 2006 Renault Modus, first registered on 26 January 2006.

Is FL55 VLB safe to buy?

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