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YR08 SFU

2008 Renault Modus

Gold Petrol 1149cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Sep 2027
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

49,881 mi
Last recorded49,881 miles
Recorded on5 Aug 2026
Typical for 2008 Renault Modus53,023 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYR08 SFU
MakeRenault
ModelModus
Year2008
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,149cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 Aug 2026 49,881 miles
Fail 5 Aug 2026 49,881 miles

Passenger compartment passenger compartment in such a condition that it permits the entry of exhaust fumes oil filler cap missing (6.2.1 (c) (i))

Pass 15 Aug 2025 42,257 miles

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

Pass 8 Aug 2024 41,506 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2023 40,280 miles
Fail 21 Aug 2023 40,280 miles

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

Pass 23 Aug 2022 38,448 miles

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

Pass 23 Aug 2021 36,989 miles

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

Pass 3 Sep 2020 35,078 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2019 34,133 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2018 33,030 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2017 31,766 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2017 31,765 miles

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 21 Jun 2016 30,592 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2015 29,343 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2014 26,756 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2013 25,040 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2012 23,093 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2011 17,575 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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YR08 SFU is a 2008 Renault Modus in Gold with a 1,149cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 YR08 SFU, 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 YR08 SFU registered?

YR08 SFU is a 2008 Renault Modus, first registered on 15 April 2008.

Is YR08 SFU safe to buy?

The MOT history for YR08 SFU shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does YR08 SFU have outstanding finance?

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