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MM08 FRU

2008 Renault Modus

Beige Diesel 1461cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Dec 2021
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

107,878 mi
Last recorded107,878 miles
Recorded on30 Nov 2021
Typical for 2008 Renault Modus53,023 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMM08 FRU
MakeRenault
ModelModus
Year2008
ColourBeige
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,461cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Fail 30 Nov 2021 107,878 miles

Front Windscreen washer not working both sides (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

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

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

Nearside Front some residue from clutch valve

Pass 9 Dec 2020 102,982 miles

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

Fail 9 Dec 2020 102,978 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Central Rear Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

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

Pass 11 Jun 2019 84,673 miles

Central Rear Upper Stop lamp not working

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

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

Under trays fitted obscuring some under side components

Fail 6 Jun 2019 84,589 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Central Rear Upper Stop lamp not working

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

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

Under trays fitted obscuring some under side components

Pass 1 May 2018 77,265 miles
Pass 2 May 2017 70,526 miles

N/S mirror cracked glass, mirror assembly loose on door

Fail 27 Apr 2017 70,526 miles

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

Nearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Nearside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement Brake caliper lever partial movement (3.5.1k)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Rear Brake hose excessively chafed Fouling on h/brake cable (3.6.B.4d)

N/S mirror cracked glass, mirror assembly loose on door

Pass 26 Apr 2016 62,637 miles

Nearside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 28 Apr 2015 56,422 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2015 56,422 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 2 May 2014 48,572 miles

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Nearside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Pass 9 May 2013 40,665 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

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

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Non obligatory mirror damaged

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 1 May 2012 32,793 miles
Pass 24 May 2011 24,213 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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MM08 FRU is a 2008 Renault Modus in Beige with a 1,461cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 MM08 FRU, 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 MM08 FRU registered?

MM08 FRU is a 2008 Renault Modus, first registered on 8 August 2008.

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