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GV08 HHG

2008 Renault Modus

Purple Diesel 1461cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Apr 2027
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

77,364 mi
Last recorded77,364 miles
Recorded on7 Apr 2026
Typical for 2008 Renault Modus53,023 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGV08 HHG
MakeRenault
ModelModus
Year2008
ColourPurple
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,461cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 7 Apr 2026 77,364 miles
Fail 7 Apr 2026 77,364 miles

Offside Rear Seat belt buckle not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (d))

Pass 2 Apr 2025 68,647 miles

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

Pass 25 Apr 2024 65,712 miles
Pass 4 May 2023 64,192 miles
Pass 6 May 2022 62,195 miles
Fail 6 May 2022 62,195 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 20 May 2021 61,712 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2020 61,061 miles
Pass 8 May 2019 58,621 miles
Pass 1 May 2018 54,403 miles
Pass 10 May 2017 48,967 miles

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

Pass 26 May 2016 44,673 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Pass 27 May 2015 38,728 miles
Pass 28 May 2014 33,897 miles

Chips in screen

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 20 May 2014 33,897 miles

Rear fog lamp switch faulty (1.3.1a)

Chips in screen

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 6 May 2014 33,768 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 3 May 2013 28,625 miles
Pass 8 May 2012 23,227 miles
Pass 5 May 2011 16,858 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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GV08 HHG is a 2008 Renault Modus in Purple with a 1,461cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 GV08 HHG, 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 GV08 HHG?

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What year was GV08 HHG registered?

GV08 HHG is a 2008 Renault Modus, first registered on 12 May 2008.

Is GV08 HHG safe to buy?

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