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LM59 OSU

2009 Renault Modus

Blue Petrol 1149cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Sep 2026
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

73,052 mi
Last recorded73,052 miles
Recorded on19 Sep 2025
Typical for 2009 Renault Modus48,311 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLM59 OSU
MakeRenault
ModelModus
Year2009
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,149cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 19 Sep 2025 73,052 miles

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

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

Pass 9 Sep 2024 69,428 miles

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

Fail 9 Sep 2024 69,428 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint worn to the extent there is a serious risk of detachment (2.1.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 1 Sep 2023 64,033 miles

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

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

Pass 13 Sep 2022 53,959 miles
Fail 13 Sep 2022 53,957 miles

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

Reversing lamp inoperative (4.6.1 (a))

Pass 24 Sep 2021 47,958 miles
Pass 5 May 2020 47,242 miles

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

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

brake pedal feel is spongy

front lower radiator subframe support corroding not part of suspension subframe

Pass 10 Aug 2018 46,979 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2017 44,279 miles
Fail 13 Jul 2017 44,279 miles

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 4 Aug 2016 41,598 miles
Fail 4 Aug 2016 41,597 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Fail 14 Aug 2015 38,443 miles

Front washers partly blocked

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 14 Aug 2015 38,443 miles

Front washers partly blocked

Pass 15 Aug 2014 35,365 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2013 30,858 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Non obligatory mirror damaged

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 10 Sep 2012 27,555 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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LM59 OSU is a 2009 Renault Modus in Blue with a 1,149cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

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 LM59 OSU, 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 LM59 OSU registered?

LM59 OSU is a 2009 Renault Modus, first registered on 27 October 2009.

Is LM59 OSU safe to buy?

The MOT history for LM59 OSU shows 18 tests with a 72.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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