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FV08 ZSR

2008 Renault Modus

Red Petrol 1149cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Sep 2023
Tests22 (13 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate59.1%

Mileage

146,565 mi
Last recorded146,565 miles
Recorded on8 Sep 2022
Typical for 2008 Renault Modus53,023 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV08 ZSR
MakeRenault
ModelModus
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,149cc

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MOT History

13 pass 9 fail
Pass 8 Sep 2022 146,565 miles

Nearside Rear Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))

Offside Rear Spare wheel fitted

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 8 Sep 2022 146,565 miles

Offside Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))

Offside Rear Spare wheel fitted

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Aug 2021 136,857 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 12 Aug 2021 136,857 miles

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Aug 2020 128,701 miles
Fail 17 Aug 2020 128,701 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 9 Aug 2019 118,253 miles
Fail 8 Aug 2019 118,253 miles

Brake fluid contaminated (1.8 (a))

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

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 6 Aug 2018 107,461 miles

Brake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))

Handbrake lever travel long.

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/valve stem damaged (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside wiper split.

surface corrosion to front sub frame

Pass 18 Aug 2017 97,156 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit worn on edges near wear bands nail in tread (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit worn inner edge near wear bands (4.1.E.1)

brake pedal rubber worn on edge

Pass 4 Aug 2016 87,607 miles
Fail 4 Aug 2016 87,607 miles

Nearside Front Inner brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Front Outer Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm/worn on edge outer (4.1.E.1)

Pass 10 Aug 2015 75,809 miles

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

Fail 10 Aug 2015 75,809 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 5 Aug 2014 63,100 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2013 54,014 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 25 Oct 2013 54,014 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 7 Aug 2013 50,968 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2012 40,238 miles
Fail 2 Aug 2012 40,238 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Fail 9 Aug 2011 31,699 miles

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 9 Aug 2011 31,699 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

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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FV08 ZSR is a 2008 Renault Modus in Red with a 1,149cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 59.1%.

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 FV08 ZSR, 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 FV08 ZSR registered?

FV08 ZSR is a 2008 Renault Modus, first registered on 11 August 2008.

Is FV08 ZSR safe to buy?

The MOT history for FV08 ZSR shows 22 tests with a 59.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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