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WF05 ZWU

2005 Renault Modus

Silver Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Jul 2027
Tests24 (19 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate79.2%

Mileage

98,453 mi
Last recorded98,453 miles
Recorded on21 Jul 2026
Typical for 2005 Renault Modus54,840 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWF05 ZWU
MakeRenault
ModelModus
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

19 pass 5 fail
Pass 21 Jul 2026 98,453 miles

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 16 Jul 2026 98,453 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Hydraulic fluid leaking excessively Caliper (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 21 Jul 2025 85,888 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

offside front inner wheel rim damaged

Fail 9 Jul 2025 85,888 miles

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

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

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

offside front inner wheel rim damaged

Pass 13 May 2024 72,548 miles
Pass 10 May 2023 67,375 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2022 56,503 miles

Brake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))

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

Front cross member corroded

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

under trays fitted

Fail 19 Apr 2022 56,503 miles

Brake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))

Central Upper Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

Front cross member corroded

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

under trays fitted

Pass 28 Apr 2021 56,335 miles

Nearside Front Lower Coolant leak radiator / pipe area

Nearside Oil leak, but not excessive shaft seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 29 Apr 2020 55,654 miles

Central brake light not working

Minor oil leaks to gearbox

Pass 2 May 2019 54,359 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2018 53,371 miles
Pass 2 May 2017 51,741 miles

Central stop lamp not working

Fail 26 Apr 2017 51,714 miles

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Central stop lamp not working

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Pass 27 Apr 2016 49,026 miles

rear tyres wearing on outer edges

Pass 30 Apr 2015 46,601 miles

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

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

Pass 8 May 2014 44,377 miles
Pass 9 May 2013 41,389 miles
Pass 10 May 2012 38,151 miles
Fail 8 May 2012 38,132 miles

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

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Pass 11 May 2011 33,591 miles
Pass 11 May 2010 29,264 miles
Pass 7 May 2009 24,328 miles
Pass 7 May 2008 18,122 miles

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

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

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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WF05 ZWU is a 2005 Renault Modus in Silver with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 79.2%.

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 WF05 ZWU, 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 WF05 ZWU registered?

WF05 ZWU is a 2005 Renault Modus, first registered on 13 May 2005.

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