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GJ55 BVF

2005 Renault Modus

Silver Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Sep 2026
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

63,463 mi
Last recorded63,463 miles
Recorded on4 Sep 2025
Typical for 2005 Renault Modus54,840 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGJ55 BVF
MakeRenault
ModelModus
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 4 Sep 2025 63,463 miles

Nearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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

Fail 2 Sep 2025 63,456 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator likely to become detached (4.4.1 (c) (ii))

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

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

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

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 27 Aug 2024 49,089 miles
Fail 27 Aug 2024 49,089 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick Offside + Nearside (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Offside + Nearside (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 30 Aug 2023 41,907 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 1 Sep 2022 40,153 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 6 Sep 2021 38,258 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2020 36,435 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2019 34,244 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2018 32,152 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2017 30,424 miles

Center high level brake light inoperative

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

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

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)

Fail 11 Sep 2017 30,424 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Center high level brake light inoperative

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

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

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 5 Sep 2016 28,020 miles

Nearside Rear Outer 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 26 Aug 2015 25,403 miles

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

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

Pass 3 Sep 2014 22,772 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2013 19,497 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2012 16,335 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2011 12,674 miles

n/s/f and n/s/r wheels have slight damage to inner rims

Pass 1 Sep 2010 9,905 miles

n/s/f & n/s/r inner wheel rims damaged

Pass 3 Sep 2009 7,331 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

Fail 3 Sep 2009

Centre Front Upper Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching by more than 10mm within zone 'A' (8.3.1b)

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 5 Sep 2008 16,340 miles

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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GJ55 BVF is a 2005 Renault Modus in Silver with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 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 GJ55 BVF, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was GJ55 BVF registered?

GJ55 BVF is a 2005 Renault Modus, first registered on 5 September 2005.

Is GJ55 BVF safe to buy?

The MOT history for GJ55 BVF shows 22 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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