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VU05 VZA

2005 Renault Modus

Blue Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Oct 2026
Tests24 (20 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

86,101 mi
Last recorded86,101 miles
Recorded on17 Oct 2025
Typical for 2005 Renault Modus54,840 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVU05 VZA
MakeRenault
ModelModus
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

20 pass 4 fail
Pass 17 Oct 2025 86,101 miles

Central Rear Upper Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))

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 Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))

Fail 17 Oct 2025 86,100 miles

Offside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Central Rear Upper Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))

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 Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))

Pass 14 Oct 2024 84,116 miles

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

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

Offside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge STRONG advisory (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively n/s and o/s (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Oct 2023 82,210 miles

Front Headlamp lens slightly defective n/s and o/s (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened n/s and o/s (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 24 Oct 2022 80,765 miles

Front Headlamp lens slightly defective n/s and o/s (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened n/s and o/s (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 21 Oct 2021 79,477 miles

Front Headlamp lens slightly defective n/s and o/s (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

Fail 21 Oct 2021 79,477 miles

Central Rear Seat belt buckle not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (d))

Front Headlamp lens slightly defective n/s and o/s (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 8 Oct 2020 78,396 miles

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

Pass 21 Oct 2019 77,580 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2019 76,736 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2019 76,736 miles

Front Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 27 Apr 2018 69,339 miles

Nearside Front Tyre wearing from edges but not showing ply or cord

Pass 26 Apr 2017 61,000 miles

Nearside Rear 1 of nearside rear position light bulbs not working

Offside Front tyre has uneven wear on inner and outer shoulders

Pass 25 Apr 2016 51,653 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2015 45,342 miles

o/s/r brake slightly binding

Pass 28 Apr 2014 39,450 miles

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

Pass 15 Apr 2013 33,515 miles
Fail 15 Apr 2013 33,515 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 23 Apr 2012 27,130 miles

high level stoplamp not working

Pass 20 Apr 2011 20,989 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2010 14,774 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2009 9,101 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2008 5,328 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2008 5,057 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 VZA is a 2005 Renault Modus in Blue with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 VZA, 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 VZA?

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What year was VU05 VZA registered?

VU05 VZA is a 2005 Renault Modus, first registered on 6 April 2005.

Is VU05 VZA safe to buy?

The MOT history for VU05 VZA shows 24 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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