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GU58 OJL

2008 Renault Modus

Grey Petrol 1149cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Nov 2026
Tests22 (15 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate68.2%

Mileage

79,867 mi
Last recorded79,867 miles
Recorded on10 Nov 2025
Typical for 2008 Renault Modus53,023 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGU58 OJL
MakeRenault
ModelModus
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,149cc

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MOT History

15 pass 7 fail
Pass 10 Nov 2025 79,867 miles

clutch wearing

n/s/f + n/s/r + o/s/r doors do not open on key fob.

o/s/f door poor/stiff opening

Fail 10 Nov 2025 79,867 miles

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Windscreen washer not working all (3.5 (a))

clutch wearing

n/s/f + n/s/r + o/s/r doors do not open on key fob.

o/s/f door poor/stiff opening

Pass 18 Nov 2024 77,699 miles

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

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

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

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

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

Radiator mount corroded

Fail 12 Nov 2024 77,697 miles

Nearside Outer Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

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

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

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

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

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

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

Radiator mount corroded

Pass 3 Nov 2023 75,755 miles

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

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

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

Radiator mount corroded

Fail 2 Nov 2023 75,755 miles

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

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

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

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

Radiator mount corroded

Pass 28 Oct 2022 72,819 miles

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

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

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

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

Radiator mount corroded

Pass 9 Nov 2021 70,386 miles

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

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

Surface corrosion on front radiator support

Fail 8 Nov 2021 70,386 miles

Brake performance not tested Offside rear rigid brake pipe leaking,brake performance test may cause further damage (1.2.1 (g))

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.11 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Surface corrosion on front radiator support

Pass 23 Oct 2020 67,309 miles
Fail 23 Oct 2020 67,309 miles

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

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

Pass 29 Oct 2019 65,531 miles

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

Pass 1 Nov 2018 62,336 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2017 58,964 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2016 54,201 miles

Central stop lamp not working

Pass 11 Nov 2015 48,361 miles

All four tyres worn to the limit

Fail 11 Nov 2015 48,361 miles

All four tyres worn to the limit

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 31 Oct 2014 43,175 miles

both inner track rod joints have slight play

Pass 8 Nov 2013 38,194 miles
Fail 19 Nov 2012 32,506 miles

Offside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 19 Nov 2012 32,506 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2011 26,422 miles

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

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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GU58 OJL is a 2008 Renault Modus in Grey with a 1,149cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.2%.

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 GU58 OJL, 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 GU58 OJL registered?

GU58 OJL is a 2008 Renault Modus, first registered on 21 November 2008.

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