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HJ08 VRU

2008 Renault Modus

Silver Diesel 1461cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Apr 2025
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

42,461 mi
Last recorded42,461 miles
Recorded on16 Apr 2024
Typical for 2008 Renault Modus53,023 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHJ08 VRU
MakeRenault
ModelModus
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,461cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Apr 2024 42,461 miles
Fail 16 Apr 2024 42,461 miles

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

Pass 26 Apr 2023 39,924 miles
Fail 26 Apr 2023 39,924 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 4 Apr 2022 38,092 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2021 32,531 miles

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

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both perishing between inner and outer treads (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 16 Feb 2021 32,531 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both perishing between inner and outer treads (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 18 Feb 2020 31,879 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2019 28,802 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2018 27,010 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2017 24,419 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2016 21,778 miles

Nearside Front tyre starting to wear on outer edge

Offside Front tyre starting to wear on outer edge

Pass 24 Feb 2015 18,843 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2014 16,740 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2013 14,458 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2012 11,831 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2011 8,839 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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HJ08 VRU is a 2008 Renault Modus in Silver with a 1,461cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 HJ08 VRU, 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 HJ08 VRU registered?

HJ08 VRU is a 2008 Renault Modus, first registered on 10 March 2008.

Is HJ08 VRU safe to buy?

The MOT history for HJ08 VRU shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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