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HY61 XLC

2011 Renault Modus

Grey Diesel 1461cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Mar 2027
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

100,405 mi
Last recorded100,405 miles
Recorded on23 Mar 2026
Typical for 2011 Renault Modus40,426 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHY61 XLC
MakeRenault
ModelModus
Year2011
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,461cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 23 Mar 2026 100,405 miles

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

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

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

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened rear axle (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 20 Mar 2026 100,405 miles

Bonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (3.1 (b) (i))

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

Horn sound not in accordance with requirements (7.7 (c))

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

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

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

Offside Parking (secondary brake) on a single line braking system has inadequate effort at a wheel (1.3.1 (a) (i))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

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

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

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

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened rear axle (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 24 Mar 2025 94,704 miles

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule most (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play slight play found at the road wheel whilst jacked (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play slight play felt at the road wheel whilst jacked (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively road wheel difficult to turn by hand whilst jacked (1.2.1 (f))

parking brake lever has little reserve travel. May need adjustment or repair

rear axle showing signs of corrosion, recommend a wax oil

Pass 4 Apr 2024 87,585 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2023 80,585 miles

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

covers fitted masking some testable items

front crossmember corroded but under tray obscuring full inspection

under trays and covers fitted masking some testable items

Pass 1 Jul 2022 73,044 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2021 62,389 miles
Fail 3 Jul 2021 62,389 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

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

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

Pass 4 Jul 2020 53,783 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2019 43,191 miles

Front Windscreen wiper blade defective both (3.4 (b) (i))

Fail 23 Apr 2019 43,191 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

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

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 1 May 2018 32,446 miles
Fail 1 May 2018 32,446 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 6 Sep 2017 28,751 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2016 22,913 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2015 16,872 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2014 14,181 miles

nsf tyre sidewall scuffed

osf and nsf tyres have cuts in sidewall

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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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HY61 XLC is a 2011 Renault Modus in Grey with a 1,461cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

Across all 2011 Renault Modus models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.0% with a typical mileage of 40,426 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 HY61 XLC, 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 15 years old, this Renault Modus is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was HY61 XLC registered?

HY61 XLC is a 2011 Renault Modus, first registered on 11 November 2011.

Is HY61 XLC safe to buy?

The MOT history for HY61 XLC shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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