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GX05 BAU

2005 Renault Modus

Red Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Sep 2020
Tests18 (12 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

47,569 mi
Last recorded47,569 miles
Recorded on12 Sep 2019
Typical for 2005 Renault Modus54,840 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGX05 BAU
MakeRenault
ModelModus
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

12 pass 6 fail
Pass 12 Sep 2019 47,569 miles

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

Fail 29 May 2019 47,354 miles

Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Service brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.2.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 4 Jun 2018 45,083 miles

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

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

Pass 8 Jun 2017 42,720 miles
Fail 7 Jun 2017 42,720 miles

Offside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Offside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 18 May 2016 40,200 miles
Pass 27 May 2015 37,765 miles
Pass 19 May 2014 35,325 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Fail 19 May 2014 35,325 miles

Offside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Rear rear brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

O/S/R brakes not locking.

Pass 21 May 2013 32,779 miles

osr disc pitted on inside surface

Fail 21 May 2013 32,779 miles

Offside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

nsr brake very slightly binding

osr disc pitted on inside surface

Pass 28 May 2012 30,502 miles

Front discs corroded

Rear discs corroded

Fail 28 May 2012 30,502 miles

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

Front discs corroded

Rear discs corroded

Pass 24 May 2011 28,629 miles
Pass 26 May 2010 26,394 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2009 24,777 miles
Pass 22 May 2008 18,668 miles
Fail 19 May 2008 18,545 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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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GX05 BAU is a 2005 Renault Modus in Red with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 GX05 BAU, 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 GX05 BAU registered?

GX05 BAU is a 2005 Renault Modus, first registered on 13 June 2005.

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