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VU05 VYB

2005 Renault Modus

Silver Diesel 1461cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 May 2023
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

99,212 mi
Last recorded99,212 miles
Recorded on10 May 2022
Typical for 2005 Renault Modus54,840 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVU05 VYB
MakeRenault
ModelModus
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,461cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 10 May 2022 99,212 miles

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

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

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

Fail 10 May 2022 99,212 miles

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

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

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 7 Apr 2021 95,701 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner tread wear (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 5 Mar 2020 92,669 miles

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

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

Fail 5 Mar 2020 92,667 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Road wheel badly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Road wheel badly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

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

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

Pass 1 Mar 2019 88,885 miles
Fail 28 Feb 2019 88,883 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting likely to become detached Foremost attachment/bush (5.3.3 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed Inner tread area (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 19 Feb 2018 84,049 miles

Nearside Rear tyre wearing on outer edge

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear most (2.4.G.2)

engine covers fitted not allowing full inspection of components

exhaust heat shield insecure

undertrays fitted not allowing full inspection of components

Fail 8 Feb 2018 83,681 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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

Nearside Rear tyre wearing on outer edge

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear most (2.4.G.2)

engine covers fitted not allowing full inspection of components

exhaust heat shield insecure

undertrays fitted not allowing full inspection of components

Pass 2 Mar 2017 81,178 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2016 78,169 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2015 63,308 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2014 59,360 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2013 57,877 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2012 54,914 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2011 48,865 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2010 39,228 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2009 28,639 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2008 21,537 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 VYB is a 2005 Renault Modus in Silver with a 1,461cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 VYB, 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.

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What year was VU05 VYB registered?

VU05 VYB is a 2005 Renault Modus, first registered on 3 March 2005.

Is VU05 VYB safe to buy?

The MOT history for VU05 VYB shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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