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NV08 WMU

2008 Renault Modus

Blue Petrol 1149cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jul 2026
Tests22 (15 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate68.2%

Mileage

60,987 mi
Last recorded60,987 miles
Recorded on5 Jul 2025
Typical for 2008 Renault Modus53,023 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNV08 WMU
MakeRenault
ModelModus
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,149cc

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MOT History

15 pass 7 fail
Pass 5 Jul 2025 60,987 miles

Offside Front headlight bracket broken

Fail 5 Jul 2025 60,987 miles

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

Offside Front headlight bracket broken

Pass 7 May 2024 57,121 miles

Offside Front Headlamp bracket broken, but still secure

Parking brake lever little reserve travel, requires adjustment

Fail 7 May 2024 57,121 miles

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

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

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Headlamp bracket broken, but still secure

Parking brake lever little reserve travel, requires adjustment

Pass 21 Apr 2023 51,974 miles

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

Parking brake lever little reserve travel, requires adjustment

Fail 21 Apr 2023 51,974 miles

Offside Front Headlamp missing (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

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

Parking brake lever little reserve travel, requires adjustment

Pass 9 Apr 2022 49,713 miles

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

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

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

Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Fail 9 Apr 2022 49,713 miles

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

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

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

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

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

Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Apr 2021 48,870 miles

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

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 31 Mar 2020 45,712 miles

Front Upper Bumper mountings corroded but not likely to become detached (6.1.4 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Mar 2019 42,241 miles
Fail 30 Mar 2019 42,241 miles

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

Pass 27 Mar 2018 40,699 miles
Fail 26 Mar 2018 40,699 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Front All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 30 Dec 2016 39,361 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2015 36,398 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2014 33,247 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2013 30,376 miles
Fail 12 Oct 2013 30,367 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Pass 6 Apr 2013 26,991 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2012 22,150 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2011 19,622 miles

nearside and offside tyres showing signs of wear

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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NV08 WMU is a 2008 Renault Modus in Blue with a 1,149cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.2%.

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 NV08 WMU, 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 NV08 WMU registered?

NV08 WMU is a 2008 Renault Modus, first registered on 22 July 2008.

Is NV08 WMU safe to buy?

The MOT history for NV08 WMU shows 22 tests with a 68.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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