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VN54 PWJ

2004 Renault Modus

Blue Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Apr 2027
Tests25 (20 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

76,259 mi
Last recorded76,259 miles
Recorded on7 Apr 2026
Typical for 2004 Renault Modus55,575 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVN54 PWJ
MakeRenault
ModelModus
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

20 pass 5 fail
Pass 7 Apr 2026 76,259 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened radiator Subframe (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Nearside Front chip in windscreen

Pass 17 Mar 2025 73,152 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2024 72,738 miles

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

Fail 25 Mar 2024 72,738 miles

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

Nearside Rear Upper Position lamp not working side light (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn corroed on inner face (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 20 Mar 2023 72,126 miles

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

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 18 Mar 2022 71,447 miles

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

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

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

Rear Service brake binding but not excessively both (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 20 Mar 2021 70,077 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

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

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

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

Pass 24 Mar 2020 69,319 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Fail 19 Mar 2020 69,318 miles

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

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 14 Mar 2019 67,922 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2018 66,047 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2017 65,792 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2016 65,275 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit on edges. (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit on edges. (4.1.E.1)

Pass 25 Nov 2015 63,179 miles

Nearside Front tyre worn low on outer edge

Fail 23 Nov 2015 63,159 miles

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Front tyre worn low on outer edge

Pass 1 Dec 2014 60,332 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2013 54,649 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2012 48,548 miles

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

Pass 6 Oct 2011 43,755 miles

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

Fail 6 Oct 2011 43,755 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecurely mounted to its housing (2.5.C.1a)

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

Pass 27 Sep 2010 39,236 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2009 34,455 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2008 29,351 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2007 26,096 miles

Nearside Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Offside Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Fail 19 Oct 2007 26,041 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Offside Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

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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VN54 PWJ is a 2004 Renault Modus in Blue with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2004 Renault Modus models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.6% with a typical mileage of 55,575 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 VN54 PWJ, 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 22 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 VN54 PWJ registered?

VN54 PWJ is a 2004 Renault Modus, first registered on 24 November 2004.

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