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GR08 GHU

2008 Renault Modus

Purple Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Mar 2027
Tests22 (16 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

50,379 mi
Last recorded50,379 miles
Recorded on6 Mar 2026
Typical for 2008 Renault Modus53,023 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGR08 GHU
MakeRenault
ModelModus
Year2008
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

16 pass 6 fail
Pass 6 Mar 2026 50,379 miles

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

Fail 5 Mar 2026 50,379 miles

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

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

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

Pass 27 Feb 2025 48,129 miles

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

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

Fail 27 Feb 2025 48,128 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 15 Aug 2024 47,242 miles

Auxiliary belt area noisy

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged Outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Fail 5 Aug 2024 47,242 miles

Offside Upper Engine mounting fractured (6.1.8 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Auxiliary belt area noisy

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged Outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 9 Aug 2023 45,266 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Aug 2022 43,344 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 10 Aug 2022 43,344 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 12 Aug 2021 41,681 miles

Coolant/antifreeze staining

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Aug 2020 40,044 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Aug 2019 37,973 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Aug 2018 35,719 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2017 32,384 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2016 29,241 miles
Fail 8 Aug 2016 29,241 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 12 Aug 2015 26,875 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2014 23,799 miles

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 7 Aug 2013 20,144 miles
Fail 7 Aug 2013 20,144 miles

Nearside Headlamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.7.5c)

Nearside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

Pass 2 Aug 2012 16,289 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2011 10,972 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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GR08 GHU is a 2008 Renault Modus in Purple with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 GR08 GHU, 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

How do I check the history of GR08 GHU?

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What year was GR08 GHU registered?

GR08 GHU is a 2008 Renault Modus, first registered on 13 August 2008.

Is GR08 GHU safe to buy?

The MOT history for GR08 GHU shows 22 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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