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WP05 BYU

2005 Renault Modus

Black Diesel 1461cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Dec 2023
Tests25 (16 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate64%

Mileage

81,693 mi
Last recorded81,693 miles
Recorded on6 Dec 2022
Typical for 2005 Renault Modus54,840 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWP05 BYU
MakeRenault
ModelModus
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,461cc

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MOT History

16 pass 9 fail
Pass 6 Dec 2022 81,693 miles
Fail 1 Dec 2022 81,582 miles

Nearside Headlamp lens seriously defective plastic lens hazy (4.1.1 (b) (ii))

Offside Headlamp lens seriously defective plastic lens hazy (4.1.1 (b) (ii))

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

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps x 2 (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

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

Pass 23 Nov 2021 73,844 miles

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

passenger door-mirror insecure

Fail 23 Nov 2021 73,844 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

passenger door-mirror insecure

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 18 Nov 2020 68,083 miles

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective light output slightly reduced (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 30 Oct 2019 66,473 miles

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

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Headlamp lens , beginning to deteriorate .

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

Pass 21 Nov 2018 63,540 miles

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

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

Fail 21 Nov 2018 63,540 miles

Offside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced lens deteriorated. (4.1.4 (a))

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

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

Pass 14 Nov 2017 59,742 miles

BRAKES CONDITION; discs appear worn > front's.

TYRE CONDITION; tread worn > front's.

Fail 14 Nov 2017 59,742 miles

Offside Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

BRAKES CONDITION; discs appear worn > front's.

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

TYRE CONDITION; tread worn > front's.

Pass 15 Nov 2016 56,207 miles

headlight lenses slightly deteriorating

road wheels slightly damaged on inner and outer rims

Fail 15 Nov 2016 56,206 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect headlamp bulb fitted incorrectly (1.8.A.1b)

headlight lenses slightly deteriorating

road wheels slightly damaged on inner and outer rims

Pass 2 Nov 2015 51,883 miles
Fail 2 Nov 2015 51,880 miles

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear nail in tyre

Pass 12 Nov 2014 47,573 miles

o/s/f tyre wearing on inner and outer edges

Pass 26 Nov 2013 43,542 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

Pass 14 Nov 2012 39,034 miles
Fail 14 Nov 2012 39,034 miles

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 31 Oct 2011 34,613 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

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

Pass 4 Nov 2010 31,292 miles
Fail 4 Nov 2010 31,292 miles

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 16 Nov 2009 26,467 miles
Fail 12 Nov 2009 26,393 miles

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 17 Nov 2008 21,695 miles

high level brake light not working

Pass 13 Nov 2007 15,105 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Offside 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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WP05 BYU is a 2005 Renault Modus in Black with a 1,461cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64%.

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 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 WP05 BYU, 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 WP05 BYU registered?

WP05 BYU is a 2005 Renault Modus, first registered on 23 June 2005.

Is WP05 BYU safe to buy?

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