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GY05 WLF

2005 Renault Modus

Blue Petrol 1149cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Aug 2026
Tests26 (18 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

90,906 mi
Last recorded90,906 miles
Recorded on22 Aug 2025
Typical for 2005 Renault Modus54,840 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGY05 WLF
MakeRenault
ModelModus
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,149cc

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MOT History

18 pass 8 fail
Pass 22 Aug 2025 90,906 miles

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rear (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 30 Aug 2024 86,409 miles

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Fail 28 Aug 2024 86,407 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 16 Aug 2023 80,948 miles
Fail 11 Aug 2023 80,907 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 30 Aug 2022 76,306 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2021 72,430 miles
Fail 25 Aug 2021 72,430 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

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

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

Pass 1 Sep 2020 70,087 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Fail 1 Sep 2020 70,087 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 7 Aug 2019 65,661 miles

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

Nearside Front steering arm from rack has slight play

Offside Front steering arm from rack has slight play

Offside Front tyre wearing low on inner edge 165 65 14

Pass 31 Aug 2018 60,353 miles

Nearside Front tyre close to legal limit 165/ 65/ 15

Nearside Rear tyre close to legal limit 165/65/15

Pass 5 Jul 2017 55,229 miles

n-s-r wheel trim buckled front pads low and discs corroded exhaust system leaking from front to back

road noise from both rear wheels possible slight wheel bearing noise or brakes

Fail 22 Jun 2017 54,904 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

n-s-r wheel trim buckled front pads low and discs corroded exhaust system leaking from front to back

Pass 7 Jun 2016 51,285 miles
Fail 11 Jun 2015 48,722 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 11 Jun 2015 48,722 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2014 45,200 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 24 Jun 2014 45,200 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2013 42,130 miles
Pass 29 May 2012 39,180 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2011 33,048 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2010 32,116 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2009 31,359 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2008 30,102 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2008 30,102 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

air bag light on

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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GY05 WLF is a 2005 Renault Modus in Blue with a 1,149cc 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 GY05 WLF, 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 GY05 WLF registered?

GY05 WLF is a 2005 Renault Modus, first registered on 31 March 2005.

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