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VU05 TFA

2005 Renault Modus

Gold Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Aug 2019
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

124,749 mi
Last recorded124,749 miles
Recorded on1 Sep 2018
Typical for 2005 Renault Modus54,840 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVU05 TFA
MakeRenault
ModelModus
Year2005
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 Sep 2018 124,749 miles

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

Fail 20 Aug 2018 124,745 miles

Offside Front Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))

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

Pass 2 Jun 2017 111,983 miles

o/s/r tyre cracking up

Fail 26 May 2017 111,855 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Seat belt flexible stalk damaged likely to lead to failure under load (5.2.4a)

Offside Rear Seat belt flexible stalk damaged likely to lead to failure under load (5.2.4a)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

o/s/r tyre cracking up

Pass 24 Mar 2016 101,137 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2015 96,614 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2014 93,161 miles
Fail 5 Nov 2012 93,131 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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

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

Pass 20 Mar 2012 87,100 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2011 77,265 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2010 67,904 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2009 36,521 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2008 28,947 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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VU05 TFA is a 2005 Renault Modus in Gold with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 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 VU05 TFA, 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

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What year was VU05 TFA registered?

VU05 TFA is a 2005 Renault Modus, first registered on 10 August 2005.

Is VU05 TFA safe to buy?

The MOT history for VU05 TFA shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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