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YH55 ESJ

2005 Renault Modus

Blue Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 May 2027
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

24,103 mi
Last recorded24,103 miles
Recorded on7 May 2026
Typical for 2005 Renault Modus54,840 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYH55 ESJ
MakeRenault
ModelModus
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 May 2026 24,103 miles

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

Pass 9 May 2025 21,938 miles
Pass 2 May 2024 19,030 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2023 16,009 miles

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

Pass 29 Apr 2022 13,413 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2021 12,745 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2020 12,725 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2019 12,558 miles

slight damage to o/s/r lens and o/s/f tyre outer wall

Pass 26 Apr 2018 12,411 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2017 12,088 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2016 11,011 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2015 9,790 miles

o/s/r len slightly damaged

Pass 8 Apr 2014 8,721 miles

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

Pass 8 Apr 2013 7,659 miles
Fail 8 Apr 2013 7,659 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 3 Apr 2012 6,803 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2011 6,054 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2010 5,299 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2009 4,499 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2008 3,360 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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YH55 ESJ is a 2005 Renault Modus in Blue with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

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 YH55 ESJ, 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 YH55 ESJ registered?

YH55 ESJ is a 2005 Renault Modus, first registered on 27 October 2005.

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