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HK08 VUT

2008 Renault Modus

Grey Petrol 1149cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 May 2027
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

40,310 mi
Last recorded40,310 miles
Recorded on1 Jun 2026
Typical for 2008 Renault Modus53,023 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHK08 VUT
MakeRenault
ModelModus
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,149cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 1 Jun 2026 40,310 miles

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge all tyres wearing outer edges (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 11 May 2026 40,310 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Windscreen damaged and affecting the driver's view of the road (3.2 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge outer edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

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

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

Fail 16 Apr 2026 40,245 miles

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

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Windscreen damaged and affecting the driver's view of the road (3.2 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm tread depth (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 29 Apr 2025 37,305 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin 85/ 90 % worn aprox (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing outer edge slightly (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view crack in screen recommend repair not effecting view at time of test (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 29 Apr 2024 34,842 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin 75%worn (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Mar 2023 31,901 miles
Fail 20 Mar 2023 31,901 miles

Central Rear Seat belt buckle not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (d))

Pass 16 Dec 2021 28,376 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both tyres wearing inner edges (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 7 Dec 2021 28,376 miles

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

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

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both tyres wearing inner edges (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 14 Dec 2020 26,076 miles
Fail 11 Dec 2020 26,074 miles

Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Other passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))

Pass 26 Jun 2019 21,585 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2018 17,583 miles

little reserve travel in h brake lever

Pass 15 Jun 2017 16,455 miles

Front headlights misting slightly

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 14 Jun 2016 16,084 miles

Front headlight lens misting slightly

handbrake travel slightly high

Pass 17 Jun 2015 15,695 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

small cracks in osf and osr tyre walls

Pass 1 Jul 2014 15,200 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 19 Jun 2013 14,689 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2012 13,537 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2011 13,078 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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HK08 VUT is a 2008 Renault Modus in Grey with a 1,149cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 HK08 VUT, 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 HK08 VUT registered?

HK08 VUT is a 2008 Renault Modus, first registered on 10 July 2008.

Is HK08 VUT safe to buy?

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