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LJ08 PGU

2008 Renault Modus

Grey Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Apr 2026
Tests22 (14 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

110,925 mi
Last recorded110,925 miles
Recorded on10 Apr 2026
Typical for 2008 Renault Modus53,023 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ08 PGU
MakeRenault
ModelModus
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

14 pass 8 fail
Fail 10 Apr 2026 110,925 miles

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

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Upper Engine mounting bracket fractured (6.1.8 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge 185/60/15 (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge close to minimum limit 185/60/15 (5.2.3 (e))

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

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn smooth on inner edge 185/60/15 (5.2.3 (e))

Oil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive transmission (8.4.1 (a) (i))

lower gearbox mount bush worn

unable to check oil level, dipstick broken

Pass 7 Apr 2025 90,151 miles

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 7 Apr 2025 90,151 miles

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

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Apr 2024 87,574 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2023 84,950 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2022 83,079 miles

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Feb 2021 81,012 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Fail 15 Feb 2021 80,997 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Pass 27 Feb 2020 78,766 miles

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

Fail 27 Feb 2020 78,766 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

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

Pass 26 Apr 2018 73,873 miles
Pass 16 May 2017 69,897 miles

rear brake pads low.

Fail 15 May 2017 69,897 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened BOTH FRONT (3.5.1i)

rear brake pads low.

Pass 12 Jul 2016 59,091 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2015 47,907 miles

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

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

Oil leak

Pass 9 Jul 2014 38,042 miles
Fail 7 Jul 2014 38,042 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Obligatory mirror insecure (8.1.1)

centre stop light not working .

offside front tyre cracking inner wall .

Pass 10 Jul 2013 30,216 miles
Fail 10 Jul 2013 30,216 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 4 Jul 2012 21,459 miles
Fail 3 Jul 2012 21,459 miles

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 14 Jul 2011 6,981 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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LJ08 PGU is a 2008 Renault Modus in Grey with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 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 LJ08 PGU, 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 LJ08 PGU registered?

LJ08 PGU is a 2008 Renault Modus, first registered on 26 June 2008.

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