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FN59 VSL

2009 Renault Modus

Silver Petrol 1149cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Nov 2026
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

73,218 mi
Last recorded73,218 miles
Recorded on19 Nov 2025
Typical for 2009 Renault Modus48,311 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFN59 VSL
MakeRenault
ModelModus
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,149cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Nov 2025 73,218 miles

Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge nearside and offside (5.2.3 (e))

Front Windscreen wiper blade defective nearside and offside smear slightly (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 26 Nov 2024 67,720 miles

engine cover and/or undertray fitted preventing view

Pass 15 Nov 2023 61,691 miles

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule all four (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Fail 2 Nov 2023 61,633 miles

Brake performance unable to be tested wheel bearing damaged/may cause damage to test equipment or vehicle (1.2.1 (g))

Offside Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Front Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing play so excessive it is likely to break up (5.1.3 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 9 Oct 2022 49,667 miles

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both rear tyre cracking and perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 8 Oct 2021 40,947 miles

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both rear tyres (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 15 Sep 2020 36,186 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2019 35,180 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2018 33,590 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2017 32,050 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2016 30,251 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2015 28,096 miles

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

Pass 26 Sep 2014 23,683 miles

nearside driveshaft inner cv boot weaping grease.

nearside rear tyre 3mm.

Pass 3 Oct 2013 19,637 miles

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

Pass 1 Oct 2012 15,026 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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FN59 VSL is a 2009 Renault Modus in Silver with a 1,149cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

Across all 2009 Renault Modus models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.8% with a typical mileage of 48,311 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 FN59 VSL, 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 17 years old, this Renault Modus is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was FN59 VSL registered?

FN59 VSL is a 2009 Renault Modus, first registered on 13 October 2009.

Is FN59 VSL safe to buy?

The MOT history for FN59 VSL shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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