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YP08 LCU

2008 Renault Modus

Blue Diesel 1461cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Jun 2027
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

77,669 mi
Last recorded77,669 miles
Recorded on30 Jun 2026
Typical for 2008 Renault Modus53,023 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYP08 LCU
MakeRenault
ModelModus
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,461cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Jun 2026 77,669 miles

Front radiator carrier section heavily corroded in areas

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

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front suspension hub and brake pad carrier heavily corroded and getting in poor condition

Rear exhaust hanger deteriorated

brake pipes getting corroded in areas

front and rear suspension heavily corroded in areas

Pass 25 Jun 2025 74,979 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Front radiator carrier section corroded

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

brake pipes getting corroded in areas

front and rear suspension heavily corroded in areas

Fail 25 Jun 2025 74,979 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Front radiator carrier section corroded

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

brake pipes getting corroded in areas

front and rear suspension heavily corroded in areas

Pass 2 Jul 2024 72,783 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Front radiator carrier section getting heavily corroded

brake pipes undersealed

front and rear suspension heavily corroded in areas

Fail 28 Jun 2024 72,781 miles

Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Front radiator carrier section getting heavily corroded

brake pipes undersealed

front and rear suspension heavily corroded in areas

Pass 17 Jul 2023 70,228 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Front radiator carrier corroded

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear tyre perished

both front tyres worn on edges (recommend immediate attention)

front and rear suspension corroded in areas

handbrake has travel

Pass 28 Jun 2022 67,648 miles

Front radiator carrier section corroded

front and rear suspension undersealed and getting corroded in areas

Pass 29 Jun 2021 65,649 miles

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Rear axle getting corroded in areas

suspension getting corroded in areas

Pass 14 Jul 2020 64,467 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Rear axle getting corroded

suspension getting corroded in areas

Pass 16 Jul 2019 62,750 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 6 Jul 2018 60,591 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively both sides - inner faces corroded (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 29 Jun 2017 58,841 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2016 56,226 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2015 52,607 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2014 48,578 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2013 42,409 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

nearside front tyre wearing on outer edge

Pass 4 May 2013 41,096 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 11 May 2012 35,567 miles
Pass 3 May 2011 31,186 miles

emmissions close too failure levels

signs of oil leak on lower cover area

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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YP08 LCU is a 2008 Renault Modus in Blue with a 1,461cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

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 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 YP08 LCU, 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 YP08 LCU registered?

YP08 LCU is a 2008 Renault Modus, first registered on 20 May 2008.

Is YP08 LCU safe to buy?

The MOT history for YP08 LCU shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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