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MJ08 HGZ

2008 Renault Modus

Blue Petrol 1461cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Jul 2027
Tests23 (16 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate69.6%

Mileage

63,460 mi
Last recorded63,460 miles
Recorded on27 Jul 2026
Typical for 2008 Renault Modus53,023 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMJ08 HGZ
MakeRenault
ModelModus
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,461cc

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MOT History

16 pass 7 fail
Pass 27 Jul 2026 63,460 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Fail 21 Jul 2026 63,431 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 15 Jul 2025 62,247 miles

Nearside Rear Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp stop light also affected (4.2.3 (c))

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

Pass 17 Jul 2024 60,314 miles

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

Nearside Rear Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))

Offside Rear Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))

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

Pass 5 Jul 2023 58,481 miles
Fail 5 Jul 2023 58,480 miles

Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Pass 12 Jul 2022 56,690 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2021 55,134 miles

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

Fail 24 Jun 2021 55,134 miles

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

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

Pass 23 Jul 2020 54,147 miles

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

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

Fail 23 Jul 2020 54,147 miles

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

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

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

Pass 4 Jun 2019 50,750 miles

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

Pass 19 Jun 2018 45,778 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2017 39,088 miles

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

Pass 7 Jun 2016 34,144 miles
Fail 7 Jun 2016 34,144 miles

Nearside Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

Pass 29 May 2015 28,135 miles

o/s/r tyre perished

Fail 28 May 2015 28,117 miles

Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

o/s/r tyre perished

Pass 29 May 2014 22,217 miles
Fail 29 May 2014 22,217 miles

Centre Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

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

Pass 30 May 2013 15,640 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2012 8,906 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2011 6,410 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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MJ08 HGZ is a 2008 Renault Modus in Blue with a 1,461cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.6%.

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 MJ08 HGZ, 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 MJ08 HGZ registered?

MJ08 HGZ is a 2008 Renault Modus, first registered on 11 August 2008.

Is MJ08 HGZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for MJ08 HGZ shows 23 tests with a 69.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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