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HY59 WVF

2009 Renault Modus

Black Petrol 1149cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Aug 2026
Tests22 (15 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate68.2%

Mileage

87,699 mi
Last recorded87,699 miles
Recorded on16 Aug 2025
Typical for 2009 Renault Modus48,311 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHY59 WVF
MakeRenault
ModelModus
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,149cc

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MOT History

15 pass 7 fail
Pass 16 Aug 2025 87,699 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 6 Aug 2025 87,699 miles

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

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

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

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Direction indicator adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.4.3 (b))

Rear Stop lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.3.3 (b))

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Jul 2024 81,445 miles

Central Rear Upper Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

Front frame, springs and shocks and other components corroded

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))

Fail 25 Jul 2024 81,443 miles

Rear Position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp both sides, affected by indicators (4.2.3 (c))

Rear Stop lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp both sides, affected by indicators (4.3.3 (b))

Central Rear Upper Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

Front frame, springs and shocks and other components corroded

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Position lamp incorrect colour both sides, orange colour (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Aug 2023 79,237 miles
Fail 2 Aug 2023 79,236 miles

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 28 Jul 2022 77,595 miles
Fail 27 Jul 2022 77,590 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 13 Jul 2021 75,956 miles
Fail 13 Jul 2021 75,952 miles

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

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

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 21 Jul 2020 74,633 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2019 73,143 miles
Pass 15 May 2018 69,665 miles

both front tyres worn smooth on edges.185/60/15

Fail 15 May 2018 69,665 miles

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

both front tyres worn smooth on edges.185/60/15

Pass 19 May 2017 60,667 miles

Nearside Rear tyre worn on outer edge.

Pass 11 May 2016 53,586 miles
Fail 11 May 2016 53,586 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

Pass 18 May 2015 45,122 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 20 May 2014 35,414 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2014 35,394 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2013 23,131 miles

Offside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 6 Mar 2012 13,741 miles

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

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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HY59 WVF is a 2009 Renault Modus in Black with a 1,149cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.2%.

Across all 2009 Renault Modus models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.8% with a typical mileage of 48,311 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 HY59 WVF, 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 17 years old, this Renault Modus is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was HY59 WVF registered?

HY59 WVF is a 2009 Renault Modus, first registered on 1 September 2009.

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