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MJ08 OBN

2008 Renault Modus

Black Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 May 2018
Tests12 (7 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate58.3%

Mileage

136,416 mi
Last recorded136,416 miles
Recorded on8 May 2017
Typical for 2008 Renault Modus53,023 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMJ08 OBN
MakeRenault
ModelModus
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

7 pass 5 fail
Pass 8 May 2017 136,416 miles

Nearside Rear tyre worn on outer edge

Fail 5 May 2017 136,249 miles

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Offside Front Driver's door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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

Nearside Rear tyre worn on outer edge

Pass 5 May 2016 112,307 miles

Nearside Front tyre worn on outer edge

Fail 5 May 2016 112,307 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Nearside Front tyre worn on outer edge

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 7 May 2015 88,628 miles
Fail 7 May 2015 88,628 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision worn smooth (3.3.A.1b)

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Parking brake lever insecure (3.1.3b)

Pass 1 May 2014 70,132 miles
Fail 30 Apr 2014 70,101 miles

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

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

Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 7 May 2013 56,396 miles

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

Pass 3 May 2012 43,494 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

hand brake lever sight loose

spare wheel loose

Pass 5 May 2011 33,241 miles

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

Spare tyre defective

service indicator on

Fail 3 May 2011 33,241 miles

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

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Spare tyre defective

service indicator on

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 OBN is a 2008 Renault Modus in Black with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 58.3%.

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 OBN, 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 OBN registered?

MJ08 OBN is a 2008 Renault Modus, first registered on 28 April 2008.

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