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GV55 SXJ

2005 Renault Modus

Black Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Oct 2026
Tests23 (18 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate78.3%

Mileage

76,798 mi
Last recorded76,798 miles
Recorded on17 Oct 2025
Typical for 2005 Renault Modus54,840 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGV55 SXJ
MakeRenault
ModelModus
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

18 pass 5 fail
Pass 17 Oct 2025 76,798 miles

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

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Inner Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule Both inner brake hoses (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Rear Parking brake lazy on offside

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

Service light on

Unable to check fuel cap seal

Pass 17 Oct 2024 75,133 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 14 Oct 2024 75,131 miles

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

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

Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 6 Oct 2023 74,175 miles

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

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Service brake binding but not excessively both sides (1.2.1 (f))

Fail 3 Oct 2023 74,175 miles

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Service brake binding but not excessively both sides (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 5 Oct 2022 72,795 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 21 Sep 2021 71,495 miles

both rear tyres perished

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 29 Sep 2020 70,307 miles

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Fail 29 Sep 2020 70,306 miles

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

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 11 Oct 2019 67,759 miles

eml light on during first stage of mot but light went out during test

Fail 11 Oct 2019 67,759 miles

Offside Rear Coil spring worn so that its cross sectional area is reduced and seriously weakened (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

eml light on during first stage of mot but light went out during test

Pass 16 Oct 2018 65,623 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2017 63,628 miles
Fail 12 Oct 2017 63,628 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 10 Oct 2016 60,823 miles

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

Pass 16 Oct 2015 59,118 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2014 55,332 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 5 Oct 2013 52,316 miles

Nearside Front 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 4 Oct 2012 48,662 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2011 44,143 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

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

Pass 5 Oct 2010 38,543 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2009 30,493 miles

front brake discs have a wear lip

front brake pads getting low

front tyres on 3 mm

rear brake imbalance

Pass 22 Sep 2008 23,809 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 SXJ is a 2005 Renault Modus in Black with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.3%.

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 SXJ, 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 SXJ registered?

GV55 SXJ is a 2005 Renault Modus, first registered on 18 October 2005.

Is GV55 SXJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for GV55 SXJ shows 23 tests with a 78.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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