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SM08 YXL

2008 Renault Modus

Blue Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Oct 2026
Tests16 (16 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

42,039 mi
Last recorded42,039 miles
Recorded on9 Oct 2025
Typical for 2008 Renault Modus53,023 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSM08 YXL
MakeRenault
ModelModus
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

16 pass
Pass 9 Oct 2025 42,039 miles

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

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

Offside Front 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 20 Sep 2024 41,997 miles

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing tyre cracking between tread blocks (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 12 Oct 2023 41,947 miles

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

Pass 7 Oct 2022 41,902 miles

Front radiator member/support corroded

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

Rear wiper split

Pass 12 Oct 2021 41,639 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2020 41,277 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2019 39,829 miles

n/s/r brake disc inner face marked

o/s/r brake disc inner face marked

Pass 8 Oct 2018 38,430 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2017 34,987 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2016 32,806 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2015 30,349 miles

Off side rear tyre getting low 3.0mm

Pass 18 Sep 2014 26,783 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 20 Sep 2013 24,399 miles

Nearside rear tyre tread depth 2.1mm. Legal minimum 1.6mm

Pass 17 Sep 2012 22,561 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2011 20,344 miles

Near side rear tyre on 3.5mm

Pass 11 May 2011 19,393 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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SM08 YXL is a 2008 Renault Modus in Blue with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 SM08 YXL, 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 SM08 YXL registered?

SM08 YXL is a 2008 Renault Modus, first registered on 14 June 2008.

Is SM08 YXL safe to buy?

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