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WF59 GMV

2009 Renault Modus

Silver Diesel 1461cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Aug 2026
Tests19 (13 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate68.4%

Mileage

85,287 mi
Last recorded85,287 miles
Recorded on19 Aug 2025
Typical for 2009 Renault Modus48,311 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWF59 GMV
MakeRenault
ModelModus
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,461cc

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MOT History

13 pass 6 fail
Pass 19 Aug 2025 85,287 miles

Speedometer not sufficiently illuminated (7.8 (c) (i))

Fail 16 Aug 2025 85,252 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.4.3 (b))

Nearside Rear Position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.3.3 (b))

Speedometer not sufficiently illuminated (7.8 (c) (i))

Pass 10 Aug 2024 83,747 miles

Boot full not allowing inspection of prescribed areas.

Handbrake has little or no reserve travel left.

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

Fail 8 Aug 2024 83,747 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed default limit of 1.5m-1 (8.2.2.2 (b))

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

Boot full not allowing inspection of prescribed areas.

Handbrake has little or no reserve travel left.

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

Pass 19 Jul 2023 79,531 miles

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

Fail 19 Jul 2023 79,531 miles

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

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

Pass 10 May 2022 73,670 miles
Fail 3 May 2022 73,622 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit Plate value is 1.50 (8.2.2.2 (a))

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

Exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c)) DANGEROUS

Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working 3rd Brake light (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 29 Apr 2021 68,802 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2021 68,802 miles

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

Pass 13 Sep 2019 66,938 miles

Offside Front Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords side wall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

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

Pass 13 Sep 2018 61,822 miles

Advise brake fluid ageing

Advise travel on hand brake

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

Pass 12 Sep 2017 55,815 miles

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

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

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 15 Sep 2016 49,154 miles

rear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.6b)

Fail 15 Sep 2016 49,151 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke (7.4.B.3a)

rear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.6b)

Pass 14 Sep 2015 40,966 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2014 31,753 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2013 22,613 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2012 16,767 miles

Front 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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WF59 GMV is a 2009 Renault Modus in Silver with a 1,461cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.4%.

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 WF59 GMV, 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.

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What year was WF59 GMV registered?

WF59 GMV is a 2009 Renault Modus, first registered on 20 October 2009.

Is WF59 GMV safe to buy?

The MOT history for WF59 GMV shows 19 tests with a 68.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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