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FN59 VTL

2009 Renault Modus

Blue Diesel 1461cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Oct 2026
Tests22 (14 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

81,138 mi
Last recorded81,138 miles
Recorded on3 Oct 2025
Typical for 2009 Renault Modus48,311 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFN59 VTL
MakeRenault
ModelModus
Year2009
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,461cc

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MOT History

14 pass 8 fail
Pass 3 Oct 2025 81,138 miles

front radiator frame corroding

Pass 4 Oct 2024 76,690 miles

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Fail 4 Oct 2024 76,690 miles

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 25 Sep 2023 72,131 miles

Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Fail 25 Sep 2023 72,131 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 20 Sep 2022 69,840 miles

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement slight seperation to both sides lower arm bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front mirror loose at pivot

Fail 20 Sep 2022 69,840 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement slight seperation to both sides lower arm bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front mirror loose at pivot

Pass 9 Sep 2021 69,028 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2020 68,150 miles
Fail 8 Sep 2020 68,150 miles

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

Rear Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 9 Sep 2019 66,279 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2018 62,031 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2017 56,409 miles
Fail 25 Sep 2017 56,409 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside front brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

front brake pads appear low

Pass 12 Sep 2016 50,551 miles

corrosion and wear to front brakes

Fail 12 Sep 2016 50,551 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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

Pass 14 Sep 2015 43,671 miles
Fail 14 Sep 2015 43,671 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke (7.4.B.3a)

Pass 15 Sep 2014 37,078 miles

rear brake discs lipped & corroded

Fail 15 Sep 2014 37,078 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke (7.4.B.3a)

Exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour of any colour (7.4.B.4)

rear brake discs lipped & corroded

Pass 16 Sep 2013 29,630 miles

engine undertray fitted

various marks and scratches vehicle and wheels

Pass 5 Oct 2012 23,137 miles

engine under tray fitted

slight kerb damage to alloys

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 VTL is a 2009 Renault Modus in Blue with a 1,461cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 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 FN59 VTL, 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.

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What year was FN59 VTL registered?

FN59 VTL is a 2009 Renault Modus, first registered on 7 October 2009.

Is FN59 VTL safe to buy?

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