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GL08 XYR

2008 Renault Grand Modus

Blue Petrol 1149cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Sep 2026
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

15,435 mi
Last recorded15,435 miles
Recorded on24 Sep 2025
Typical for 2008 Renault Grand Modus54,254 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGL08 XYR
MakeRenault
ModelGrand Modus
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,149cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 24 Sep 2025 15,435 miles
Fail 24 Sep 2025 15,435 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 185/60/15 (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 13 Sep 2024 15,346 miles

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

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

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

various components under vehicle heavily corroded but not seriously weakened

Pass 14 Sep 2023 15,281 miles

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all 4 tyres perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 13 Sep 2023 15,281 miles

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

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all 4 tyres perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 14 Sep 2022 15,278 miles

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

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

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

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 10 Sep 2021 15,273 miles

Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 10 Sep 2020 15,146 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2019 15,011 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2018 14,764 miles
Fail 5 Sep 2018 14,764 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 8 Sep 2017 14,481 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2016 14,319 miles

centre rear seat belt buckle faulty

slight play in offside of steering

Pass 11 Sep 2015 13,958 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2014 13,613 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

all four tyes cracked due to age but not showing cord

Pass 22 Aug 2013 12,780 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

all 4 tyres perished and cracked on sidewalls

Pass 11 Sep 2012 11,669 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 15 Aug 2011 8,479 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 15 Aug 2011 8,479 miles

How Reliable is the Renault Grand Modus?

Based on 72,470 MOT tests across 4,357 vehicles.

73.2%
Pass Rate
4,711
Miles/Year
18
Year Lifespan
4,357
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

coil spring broken 966
Track rod end ball joint has excessive play 754
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 727
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GL08 XYR is a 2008 Renault Grand Modus in Blue with a 1,149cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

Across all 2008 Renault Grand Modus models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.8% with a typical mileage of 54,254 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Renault Grand Modus fails its MOT is coil spring broken, accounting for 966 recorded failures. If you're considering buying GL08 XYR, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Renault Grand Modus typically stays on UK roads for around 18 years. At 18 years old, this Renault Grand Modus is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was GL08 XYR registered?

GL08 XYR is a 2008 Renault Grand Modus, first registered on 19 August 2008.

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