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VU59 JWA

2009 Renault Modus

Blue Diesel 1149cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Dec 2026
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

103,876 mi
Last recorded103,876 miles
Recorded on4 Dec 2025
Typical for 2009 Renault Modus48,311 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVU59 JWA
MakeRenault
ModelModus
Year2009
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,149cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 Dec 2025 103,876 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Coil spring corroded both fronts (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Fail 4 Dec 2025 103,874 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Coil spring corroded both fronts (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 4 Dec 2024 100,068 miles

front radiator cross member and support bars corroded and holed

Fail 4 Dec 2024 100,068 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

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

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

front radiator cross member and support bars corroded and holed

Pass 6 Dec 2023 97,101 miles

Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working centre (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Fail 5 Dec 2023 97,101 miles

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

Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working centre (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 11 Aug 2016 22,742 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 18 Aug 2015 19,564 miles

center stop light not working

offside front tyre cracked/perished on outer edge

Pass 19 Aug 2014 16,645 miles

Both rear tyres cracked/perished

Pass 24 Aug 2013 13,193 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2012 8,768 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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VU59 JWA is a 2009 Renault Modus in Blue with a 1,149cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 2009 Renault Modus models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.8% with a typical mileage of 48,311 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 VU59 JWA, 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 17 years old, this Renault Modus is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was VU59 JWA registered?

VU59 JWA is a 2009 Renault Modus, first registered on 4 December 2009.

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