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RE08 VKJ

2008 Renault Modus

Silver Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Aug 2027
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

115,939 mi
Last recorded115,939 miles
Recorded on11 Aug 2026
Typical for 2008 Renault Modus53,023 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRE08 VKJ
MakeRenault
ModelModus
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 11 Aug 2026 115,939 miles
Fail 6 Aug 2026 115,938 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak CENTRE BOX (8.2.1.1 (b))

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

Pass 2 Aug 2025 112,103 miles

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

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

Pass 12 Jul 2024 109,172 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2023 102,792 miles

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 1 Aug 2022 95,395 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Center to rear exhaust join (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Inner Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 29 Sep 2021 94,464 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2021 94,405 miles
Fail 14 Jul 2021 94,400 miles

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

Pass 29 Jun 2020 91,916 miles

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

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

Pass 8 Jul 2019 88,992 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Jul 2018 85,749 miles

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

Pass 17 Jul 2017 81,953 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2016 78,105 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2015 73,949 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2014 70,056 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2013 59,839 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2013 59,839 miles

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 7 Jun 2012 43,385 miles
Fail 7 Jun 2012 43,385 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 6 Jun 2011 26,040 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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RE08 VKJ is a 2008 Renault Modus in Silver with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

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 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 RE08 VKJ, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was RE08 VKJ registered?

RE08 VKJ is a 2008 Renault Modus, first registered on 13 June 2008.

Is RE08 VKJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for RE08 VKJ shows 21 tests with a 81% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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