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LS54 BYU

2004 Renault Modus

Red Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 May 2027
Tests25 (20 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

97,477 mi
Last recorded97,477 miles
Recorded on15 May 2026
Typical for 2004 Renault Modus55,575 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLS54 BYU
MakeRenault
ModelModus
Year2004
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

20 pass 5 fail
Pass 15 May 2026 97,477 miles

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

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

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

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

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

Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel KNOCKING (2.3 (a) (i))

Fail 15 May 2026 97,477 miles

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

Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))

Nearside Front Suspension arm fractured (5.3.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

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

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

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

Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel KNOCKING (2.3 (a) (i))

Pass 7 May 2025 92,379 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2024 90,133 miles

Front brake discs rusty

Nearside front coil spring corroded

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

Slight noise from front upper suspension mounts

Pass 20 Jun 2023 86,107 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2022 82,222 miles

Front brake discs worn and lipped

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

Pass 28 Jun 2021 78,205 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 185 60 r15 (5.2.3 (e))

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

Oil leak

Pass 23 Jun 2020 73,197 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside front lower ball joint dust cover splitting

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

Pass 25 Jun 2019 67,005 miles

Nearside front lower swivel dust cover in poor condition

Slight oil leaks

Pass 27 Jun 2018 58,940 miles

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both rear (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Fail 26 Jun 2018 58,936 miles

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

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both rear (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 27 Jun 2017 51,556 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2017 51,556 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 28 Jun 2016 42,391 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2015 34,455 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Small chip windscreen.

Pass 16 Jun 2014 27,607 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2013 22,019 miles
Fail 3 Jul 2013 22,019 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 4 Sep 2012 20,108 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2011 18,882 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2010 16,649 miles

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

Pass 14 Oct 2009 13,547 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2008 11,861 miles
Fail 16 Oct 2008 11,861 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Pass 9 Oct 2007 9,528 miles

Oil leak

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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LS54 BYU is a 2004 Renault Modus in Red with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2004 Renault Modus models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.6% with a typical mileage of 55,575 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 LS54 BYU, 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 22 years old, this Renault Modus is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was LS54 BYU registered?

LS54 BYU is a 2004 Renault Modus, first registered on 29 October 2004.

Is LS54 BYU safe to buy?

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