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GN08 HVF

2008 Renault Modus

Blue Diesel 1461cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Feb 2025
Tests22 (14 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

127,466 mi
Last recorded127,466 miles
Recorded on20 Feb 2024
Typical for 2008 Renault Modus53,023 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGN08 HVF
MakeRenault
ModelModus
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,461cc

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MOT History

14 pass 8 fail
Pass 20 Feb 2024 127,466 miles
Fail 19 Feb 2024 127,465 miles

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

Pass 13 Feb 2023 124,916 miles

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

Pass 21 Feb 2022 121,127 miles

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

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

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

Pass 16 Feb 2021 117,566 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2020 116,051 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 17 Feb 2020 116,051 miles

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

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Feb 2019 113,397 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Offside Front Road wheel slightly distorted inner rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

brake pedal anti-slip pad worn

Pass 26 Feb 2018 98,282 miles

Nearside rear brake disc corroded

Fail 26 Feb 2018 98,282 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose twisted (found during steering lock to lock check) fouling shock absorber and arch liner (2.2.D.2b)

Nearside rear brake disc corroded

Fail 20 Feb 2018 98,276 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose twisted (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Nearside rear brake disc corroded

Pass 30 Jan 2017 75,515 miles

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

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

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

Pass 29 Jan 2016 55,061 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2015 45,246 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 31 Jan 2015 45,246 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 31 Jan 2014 40,005 miles

child seat fitted at nearside rear.

exhaust heat-shield loose.

offside door mirror has had repair.

Fail 31 Jan 2014 40,005 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

child seat fitted at nearside rear.

exhaust heat-shield loose.

offside door mirror has had repair.

Pass 31 Jan 2013 33,862 miles

drivers door mirror has been damaged but repaired and not affecting rear view

Fail 31 Jan 2013 33,862 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

rear brakes release unevenly (3.7.B.4)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

both rear brake discs in poor condition

drivers door mirror has been damaged but repaired and not affecting rear view

heatshield damaged and rattling on exhaust

nearside rear wheel binding

Pass 2 Feb 2012 28,024 miles
Fail 2 Feb 2012 28,024 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Pass 16 Dec 2011 27,111 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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GN08 HVF is a 2008 Renault Modus in Blue with a 1,461cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 GN08 HVF, 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 GN08 HVF registered?

GN08 HVF is a 2008 Renault Modus, first registered on 20 August 2008.

Is GN08 HVF safe to buy?

The MOT history for GN08 HVF shows 22 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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