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SL61 VNJ

2011 Renault Modus

White Diesel 1461cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Nov 2026
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

66,127 mi
Last recorded66,127 miles
Recorded on27 Nov 2025
Typical for 2011 Renault Modus40,426 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSL61 VNJ
MakeRenault
ModelModus
Year2011
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,461cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 27 Nov 2025 66,127 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Fail 20 Nov 2025 66,121 miles

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle 43% (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Handbrake travel high

Pass 17 Sep 2024 65,959 miles

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Fail 12 Sep 2024 65,958 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 8 Aug 2023 65,402 miles

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

Pass 19 Aug 2022 59,502 miles
Fail 18 Aug 2022 59,502 miles

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

Pass 6 Aug 2021 46,362 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2020 41,177 miles

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

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

Pass 22 Aug 2019 33,996 miles
Fail 15 Aug 2019 33,901 miles

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

Pass 23 Aug 2018 24,496 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2017 21,305 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2016 18,919 miles

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

Fail 15 Dec 2016 18,919 miles

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 14 Dec 2015 15,103 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2014 11,710 miles

offside front tyre worn on inner & outer edges

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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SL61 VNJ is a 2011 Renault Modus in White with a 1,461cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

Across all 2011 Renault Modus models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.0% with a typical mileage of 40,426 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 SL61 VNJ, 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 15 years old, this Renault Modus is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was SL61 VNJ registered?

SL61 VNJ is a 2011 Renault Modus, first registered on 28 November 2011.

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The MOT history for SL61 VNJ shows 17 tests with a 70.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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