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GV55 DHZ

2005 Renault Modus

Red Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Sep 2026
Tests26 (18 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

95,854 mi
Last recorded95,854 miles
Recorded on25 Sep 2025
Typical for 2005 Renault Modus54,840 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGV55 DHZ
MakeRenault
ModelModus
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

18 pass 8 fail
Pass 25 Sep 2025 95,854 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 1 Oct 2024 94,638 miles

Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

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

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

Pass 23 Sep 2023 92,775 miles

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

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

Fail 22 Sep 2023 92,769 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

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

Pass 21 Sep 2022 91,163 miles
Fail 13 Sep 2022 91,069 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

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

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Pass 27 Sep 2021 87,487 miles

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

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

Pass 24 Sep 2020 84,166 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2019 80,684 miles

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

Fail 24 Sep 2019 80,684 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Outer Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 17 Sep 2018 76,796 miles
Fail 17 Sep 2018 76,796 miles

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))

Offside Rear fog lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.5.4 (b))

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

Pass 25 Aug 2017 74,152 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit tyres worn on inner and outer edge (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front headlamp slight tarnish

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit tyre is worn on inner and outer edge (4.1.E.1)

Fail 22 Aug 2017 74,152 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

E.M light on

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit tyres worn on inner and outer edge (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit tyre is worn on inner and outer edge (4.1.E.1)

Pass 2 Sep 2016 63,804 miles
Fail 2 Sep 2016 63,804 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 4 Sep 2015 56,568 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2014 51,023 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2014 51,023 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 30 Aug 2013 46,035 miles
Fail 29 Aug 2013 46,035 miles

Offside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 22 Aug 2012 40,034 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2011 34,050 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2010 25,540 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2009 19,197 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2008 12,900 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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GV55 DHZ is a 2005 Renault Modus in Red with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

Across all 2005 Renault Modus models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.1% with a typical mileage of 54,840 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 GV55 DHZ, 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 21 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 GV55 DHZ registered?

GV55 DHZ is a 2005 Renault Modus, first registered on 16 September 2005.

Is GV55 DHZ safe to buy?

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