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YG55 RJU

2005 Renault Modus

Blue Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Jan 2027
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

125,729 mi
Last recorded125,729 miles
Recorded on16 Jan 2026
Typical for 2005 Renault Modus54,840 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYG55 RJU
MakeRenault
ModelModus
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Jan 2026 125,729 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2024 123,989 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator lens defective which has no effect on emitted light slight damage to lens (4.4.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 4 Dec 2023 123,194 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases middle (6.1.2 (a))

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

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

Offside Front Inner Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

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

Pass 6 Dec 2022 122,181 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all underside brake pipes covered in grease (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded lower coil (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Oil leak, but not excessive gearbox driveshaft seal area (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Oct 2021 120,988 miles

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both fronts (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 27 Oct 2021 120,988 miles

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

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both fronts (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 9 Oct 2020 120,247 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All covered in grease (1.1.11 (c))

Central Front Lower Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear most bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Offside Front Direction indicator lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 22 Oct 2019 118,905 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides inner edges (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords cuts in tread (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Offside Rear Nail in tyre screw ()

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

Pass 12 Oct 2018 116,191 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2017 111,769 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2016 108,184 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2015 103,563 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2014 94,164 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2013 87,396 miles
Fail 12 Sep 2012 75,962 miles

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

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 12 Sep 2012 75,962 miles

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

Pass 8 Sep 2011 64,951 miles

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

Fail 7 Sep 2011 64,945 miles

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 10 Sep 2010 54,086 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2009 43,170 miles

Offside front tyre small cut to inner sidewall not to cords.

Pass 10 Sep 2008 29,446 miles

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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YG55 RJU is a 2005 Renault Modus in Blue with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 YG55 RJU, 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.

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What year was YG55 RJU registered?

YG55 RJU is a 2005 Renault Modus, first registered on 14 September 2005.

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