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GP08 FMU

2008 Renault Modus

Green Petrol 1149cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Aug 2026
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

66,439 mi
Last recorded66,439 miles
Recorded on19 Aug 2025
Typical for 2008 Renault Modus53,023 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGP08 FMU
MakeRenault
ModelModus
Year2008
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,149cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 19 Aug 2025 66,439 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

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

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

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

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 16 Aug 2024 58,411 miles

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

Pass 12 Aug 2023 52,952 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Fail 10 Aug 2023 52,576 miles

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

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 11 Jul 2022 47,234 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2021 42,788 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2020 42,484 miles

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

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

Pass 17 May 2019 41,204 miles
Pass 10 May 2018 39,179 miles
Pass 9 May 2017 36,784 miles
Pass 11 May 2016 33,563 miles
Fail 11 May 2016 33,563 miles

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

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

Pass 5 May 2015 30,389 miles
Pass 21 May 2014 27,392 miles
Pass 22 May 2013 23,289 miles
Pass 30 May 2012 20,144 miles
Fail 29 May 2012 20,143 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 4 Apr 2011 14,605 miles
Fail 4 Apr 2011 14,605 miles

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

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

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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GP08 FMU is a 2008 Renault Modus in Green 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 Modus models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.5% with a typical mileage of 53,023 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 GP08 FMU, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was GP08 FMU registered?

GP08 FMU is a 2008 Renault Modus, first registered on 28 June 2008.

Is GP08 FMU safe to buy?

The MOT history for GP08 FMU shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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