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HG08 FDY

2008 Renault Modus

Black Diesel 1461cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Oct 2026
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

65,121 mi
Last recorded65,121 miles
Recorded on7 Oct 2025
Typical for 2008 Renault Modus53,023 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHG08 FDY
MakeRenault
ModelModus
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,461cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 7 Oct 2025 65,121 miles

Front Headlamp lens slightly defective both sides misted up on outside (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Front Lower Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced cross member panel (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Integral body structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outer sill damaged (6.1.1 (a) (i))

Parking brake lever defective but can be satisfactorily operated long travel (1.1.6 (d))

clutch pedal anti slip pad missing

headlamps dipped beam function operated by seperate auxilliary switch

rear wheels odd combination of steel and alloy

slightly long travel on foot brake pedal

Pass 2 Oct 2024 49,923 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both sides misting up on outside (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Parking brake lever defective but can be satisfactorily operated long travel (1.1.6 (d))

Pass 23 Sep 2023 45,602 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 29 Sep 2022 43,034 miles

Nearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area damaged but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Fail 28 Sep 2022 43,026 miles

Exhaust emissions test not completed because smoke levels are significantly in excess of the specified limit values (8.2.2.2 (f))

Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))

Exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area damaged but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 30 Sep 2021 36,675 miles

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

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

Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both tyres x2 (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area damaged but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside head lamp starting too fade

Fail 30 Sep 2021 36,675 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

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

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

Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both tyres x2 (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Headlamp aim too far to the right (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area damaged but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside head lamp starting too fade

Pass 28 Sep 2020 33,236 miles

Nearside Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area damaged but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Apr 2019 26,194 miles

Offside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 5 Apr 2018 21,361 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly damaged outer rim (4.2.A.1a)

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

n/s/f tyre low outer edge

Fail 4 Apr 2018 21,360 miles

Central Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly damaged outer rim (4.2.A.1a)

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

n/s/f tyre low outer edge

Pass 31 Mar 2017 13,629 miles

Offside Front tyre cracking/splitting in tread

Offside Rear tyre cracking/splitting in tread

Fail 31 Mar 2017 13,629 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Nearside Front tyre perished/cracking in tread/sidewall damage

Offside Front tyre cracking/splitting in tread

Offside Rear tyre cracking/splitting in tread

Pass 5 Apr 2016 11,165 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2015 10,828 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2014 10,370 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2013 9,449 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2012 8,118 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2011 6,644 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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HG08 FDY is a 2008 Renault Modus in Black with a 1,461cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 HG08 FDY, 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

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What year was HG08 FDY registered?

HG08 FDY is a 2008 Renault Modus, first registered on 28 March 2008.

Is HG08 FDY safe to buy?

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