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HY08 XTC

2008 Renault Modus

Black Diesel 1461cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Nov 2026
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

106,156 mi
Last recorded106,156 miles
Recorded on30 Oct 2025
Typical for 2008 Renault Modus53,023 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHY08 XTC
MakeRenault
ModelModus
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,461cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Oct 2025 106,156 miles

Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Nearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both sides, trailing arms/axle (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 30 Oct 2025 106,156 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit 1.55 (8.2.2.2 (a))

Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both sides, trailing arms/axle (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 5 Nov 2024 94,277 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 5 Nov 2024 94,271 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

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

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 3 Nov 2023 91,632 miles

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

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 3 Nov 2022 89,213 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2021 85,843 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

Pass 27 Oct 2020 83,328 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2019 80,155 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 12 Nov 2018 75,189 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 24 Oct 2017 70,023 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2016 65,067 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2015 59,127 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 28 Oct 2014 52,289 miles

Front brake discs worn

Front brake pads worn to absolute limit

Pass 6 Nov 2013 44,726 miles

front brake discs pads worn low

rear tyres generally worn low

Pass 22 Oct 2012 37,011 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2011 29,645 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2010 23,623 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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HY08 XTC is a 2008 Renault Modus in Black with a 1,461cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 HY08 XTC, 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.

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What year was HY08 XTC registered?

HY08 XTC is a 2008 Renault Modus, first registered on 11 March 2008.

Is HY08 XTC safe to buy?

The MOT history for HY08 XTC shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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