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YL08 OWB

2008 Renault Modus

Purple Petrol 1149cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jun 2018
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

81,273 mi
Last recorded81,273 miles
Recorded on23 Jun 2017
Typical for 2008 Renault Modus53,023 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYL08 OWB
MakeRenault
ModelModus
Year2008
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,149cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 23 Jun 2017 81,273 miles
Pass 31 May 2016 67,856 miles

Offside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Rear wiper blade u/s

child seat fitted to rear

Fail 20 May 2016 67,656 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Nearside Side repeater obscured more than 50% (1.4.A.2d)

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

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside mirror assembly insecure

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

Pass 2 Apr 2015 57,734 miles

Offside Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Fail 2 Apr 2015 57,734 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Offside Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Fail 25 Mar 2014 48,862 miles

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

rear wiper u/s

Pass 25 Mar 2014 48,862 miles

rear wiper u/s

Pass 16 Oct 2012 33,560 miles

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

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

foot brake rubber worn

Pass 23 Aug 2011 17,981 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2011 17,253 miles
Fail 22 Jun 2011 17,253 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b) DANGEROUS

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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YL08 OWB is a 2008 Renault Modus in Purple with a 1,149cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 YL08 OWB, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was YL08 OWB registered?

YL08 OWB is a 2008 Renault Modus, first registered on 4 August 2008.

Is YL08 OWB safe to buy?

The MOT history for YL08 OWB shows 11 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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