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WG05 WJL

2005 Renault Modus

Black Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Feb 2027
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

101,454 mi
Last recorded101,454 miles
Recorded on11 Feb 2026
Typical for 2005 Renault Modus54,840 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWG05 WJL
MakeRenault
ModelModus
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 11 Feb 2026 101,454 miles

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

Engine oil level below minimum

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread damaged (0.1 (b))

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged outer cover missing (3.3 (b) (i))

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

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

Fail 3 Feb 2026 100,879 miles

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

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

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

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

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

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

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

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

Engine oil level below minimum

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread damaged (0.1 (b))

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged outer cover missing (3.3 (b) (i))

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

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

Pass 5 Feb 2025 81,040 miles

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

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread scuffed (0.1 (b))

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

Fail 4 Feb 2025 81,038 miles

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

Front Bumper damaged and likely to cause injury when grazed or contacted (6.1.4 (a) (i))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

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

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread scuffed (0.1 (b))

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

Pass 31 Jan 2024 63,844 miles
Fail 31 Jan 2024 63,844 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Fail 8 Jan 2024 63,835 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 30 Nov 2022 57,939 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2021 55,237 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2020 52,865 miles
Pass 23 May 2019 50,357 miles
Pass 23 May 2018 47,788 miles
Pass 30 May 2017 45,114 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2016 41,443 miles
Pass 27 May 2015 38,491 miles
Pass 31 May 2014 35,454 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2013 32,669 miles
Pass 29 May 2012 29,397 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2011 26,284 miles
Pass 27 May 2010 23,674 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2009 20,453 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2008 17,576 miles

plastic covers fitted under bonnet at time of test

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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WG05 WJL is a 2005 Renault Modus in Black with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 WG05 WJL, 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 WG05 WJL registered?

WG05 WJL is a 2005 Renault Modus, first registered on 2 August 2005.

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