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SG08 EZL

2008 Renault Modus

Red Petrol 1149cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Feb 2027
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

123,738 mi
Last recorded123,738 miles
Recorded on12 Feb 2026
Typical for 2008 Renault Modus53,023 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSG08 EZL
MakeRenault
ModelModus
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,149cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 12 Feb 2026 123,738 miles

Central Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Central exhaust heat shield slightly loose

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

underbody slight corrosion

Fail 12 Feb 2026 123,738 miles

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

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

Central Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Central exhaust heat shield slightly loose

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

underbody slight corrosion

Pass 14 Feb 2025 116,058 miles

front cross member corroded

Fail 14 Feb 2025 116,058 miles

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

front cross member corroded

Pass 8 Feb 2024 108,941 miles

Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

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

Nearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

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

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

Fail 8 Feb 2024 108,941 miles

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

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

Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint worn to the extent there is a serious risk of detachment (2.1.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

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

Nearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

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

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

Pass 15 Feb 2023 103,249 miles

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

Pass 10 Feb 2022 97,083 miles

Fuel Pipe/s corroded underneath. ()

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

Pass 1 Feb 2021 90,203 miles

Front Fuel Pipe/s corroded under vehicle ()

Fail 1 Feb 2021 90,201 miles

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

Front Fuel Pipe/s corroded under vehicle ()

Pass 17 Feb 2020 83,968 miles

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

Pass 19 Feb 2019 83,478 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2018 76,333 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 23 Feb 2017 68,565 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 23 Feb 2017 68,565 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 22 Feb 2016 61,712 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

offside front tyre worn on inner edge

Pass 23 Feb 2015 54,561 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2014 46,841 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2013 38,898 miles

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

Pass 13 Mar 2012 31,352 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2011 22,593 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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SG08 EZL is a 2008 Renault Modus in Red with a 1,149cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 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 SG08 EZL, 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 SG08 EZL registered?

SG08 EZL is a 2008 Renault Modus, first registered on 21 March 2008.

Is SG08 EZL safe to buy?

The MOT history for SG08 EZL shows 21 tests with a 76.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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