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LM08 XLS

2008 Renault Modus

Purple Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Oct 2026
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

94,556 mi
Last recorded94,556 miles
Recorded on14 Oct 2025
Typical for 2008 Renault Modus53,023 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLM08 XLS
MakeRenault
ModelModus
Year2008
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 Oct 2025 94,556 miles
Fail 6 Oct 2025 94,243 miles

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

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

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

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

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

front bumper slightly insecure unlikely to become detached

Pass 25 Sep 2024 81,299 miles

Central Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

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

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

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

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

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

Pass 6 Oct 2023 70,568 miles

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

Pass 7 Feb 2023 68,849 miles
Fail 6 Feb 2023 68,849 miles

Nearside Rear Position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp Flashes when hazards on (4.2.3 (c))

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

Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn Both (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Feb 2022 63,603 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2021 63,277 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))

Pass 20 Jul 2020 62,554 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2019 60,805 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2018 56,717 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2017 54,713 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2016 50,829 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2015 47,638 miles
Fail 8 Jul 2015 47,638 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 16 Jul 2014 42,360 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2013 35,448 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2012 28,107 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2011 21,823 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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LM08 XLS is a 2008 Renault Modus in Purple with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 LM08 XLS, 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 LM08 XLS registered?

LM08 XLS is a 2008 Renault Modus, first registered on 26 July 2008.

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