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VU05 SVT

2005 Renault Modus

Black Diesel 1461cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jul 2017
Tests17 (9 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate52.9%

Mileage

143,980 mi
Last recorded143,980 miles
Recorded on7 Jul 2016
Typical for 2005 Renault Modus54,840 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVU05 SVT
MakeRenault
ModelModus
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,461cc

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MOT History

9 pass 8 fail
Pass 7 Jul 2016 143,980 miles

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

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

Fail 6 Jul 2016 143,980 miles

Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened both (3.5.1i)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear rear brake recording little or no effort handbrake (3.7.B.5a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

front brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

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

Pass 8 May 2015 136,348 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Fail 8 May 2015 136,348 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 23 May 2014 124,285 miles

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

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

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Fail 23 May 2014 124,285 miles

Centre Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front constant velocity joint is insecure (2.5.C.1b)

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

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

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Pass 14 May 2013 114,649 miles

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

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

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

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Fail 13 May 2013 114,602 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

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

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

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

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 18 Apr 2012 107,758 miles
Fail 18 Apr 2012 107,758 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

Corrosion on OSF brake pipe

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Unable to check rear seat belts

Pass 26 Apr 2011 105,489 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2011 105,486 miles

Nearside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 30 Apr 2010 95,553 miles

slight oil leak from turbo pipe

Pass 28 Apr 2009 83,933 miles

plastic under trays fitted

slight crossion to all flexi ferrals

Fail 28 Apr 2009 83,931 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

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

plastic under trays fitted

slight crossion to all flexi ferrals

Pass 7 May 2008 65,597 miles
Fail 7 May 2008 65,597 miles

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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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VU05 SVT is a 2005 Renault Modus in Black with a 1,461cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 52.9%.

Across all 2005 Renault Modus models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.1% with a typical mileage of 54,840 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 VU05 SVT, 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 21 years old, this Renault Modus is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of VU05 SVT?

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What year was VU05 SVT registered?

VU05 SVT is a 2005 Renault Modus, first registered on 16 May 2005.

Is VU05 SVT safe to buy?

The MOT history for VU05 SVT shows 17 tests with a 52.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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