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WJ08 YUF

2008 Renault Modus

Blue Diesel 1461cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Aug 2026
Tests22 (15 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate68.2%

Mileage

119,323 mi
Last recorded119,323 miles
Recorded on29 Jul 2025
Typical for 2008 Renault Modus53,023 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWJ08 YUF
MakeRenault
ModelModus
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,461cc

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MOT History

15 pass 7 fail
Pass 29 Jul 2025 119,323 miles

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

Pass 24 Jul 2024 110,933 miles

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

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

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

Fail 24 Jul 2024 110,933 miles

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

Nearside Side repeater lens defective such that the emitted light is adversely affected (4.4.1 (b) (ii))

Nearside Side repeater light intensity significantly reduced (4.4.3 (a))

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

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

Pass 2 Aug 2023 101,089 miles

Offside REG LAMP FLICKERING

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

Steering column universal joint has slight wear or play (2.2.2 (c))

Fail 26 Jul 2023 101,034 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

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

Offside REG LAMP FLICKERING

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

Steering column universal joint has slight wear or play (2.2.2 (c))

Pass 29 Jul 2022 91,167 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) both sides,,,slight...

Pass 12 Jul 2021 78,479 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 10 Jul 2021 78,477 miles

Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Rear tyres older then 10 years

Pass 11 Jul 2020 67,477 miles

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

Rear Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 27 Jul 2019 62,981 miles

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

Fail 27 Jul 2019 62,981 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 31 May 2018 59,575 miles

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

engine covers fitted

under-shield covers fitted

Fail 31 May 2018 59,575 miles

Nearside Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

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

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

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

engine covers fitted

under-shield covers fitted

Pass 30 May 2017 55,285 miles

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

Fail 30 May 2017 55,285 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Pass 5 May 2016 52,037 miles
Pass 8 May 2015 47,085 miles
Fail 7 May 2015 47,085 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Pass 17 Apr 2014 41,889 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2013 38,222 miles

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

o/s/r brake slightly binding

Pass 23 Feb 2012 34,619 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2011 30,242 miles

front discs slightly worn

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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WJ08 YUF is a 2008 Renault Modus in Blue with a 1,461cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.2%.

Across all 2008 Renault Modus models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.5% with a typical mileage of 53,023 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 WJ08 YUF, 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 18 years old, this Renault Modus is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was WJ08 YUF registered?

WJ08 YUF is a 2008 Renault Modus, first registered on 19 March 2008.

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