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GX59 SDZ

2009 Renault Modus

Purple Diesel 1461cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Nov 2026
Tests20 (14 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

88,764 mi
Last recorded88,764 miles
Recorded on28 Oct 2025
Typical for 2009 Renault Modus48,311 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGX59 SDZ
MakeRenault
ModelModus
Year2009
ColourPurple
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,461cc

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MOT History

14 pass 6 fail
Pass 28 Oct 2025 88,764 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

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

Fail 28 Oct 2025 88,764 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

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

Pass 22 Nov 2024 85,752 miles

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

Fail 15 Nov 2024 85,655 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 21 Nov 2023 79,490 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 21 Nov 2023 79,490 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Pass 23 Nov 2022 74,801 miles

Nearside Rear tyre starting to wear on outer edge

Fail 23 Nov 2022 74,801 miles

Nearside Rear tyre starting to wear on outer edge

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

Pass 15 Sep 2021 69,857 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2021 69,857 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 14 Sep 2020 68,769 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2019 67,688 miles

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

Pass 19 Sep 2018 63,903 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2017 61,045 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2016 57,773 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2015 52,011 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2014 46,107 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 30 Aug 2013 38,372 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

spare wheel loose

Fail 30 Aug 2013 38,372 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

spare wheel loose

Pass 30 Aug 2012 29,223 miles

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

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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GX59 SDZ is a 2009 Renault Modus in Purple with a 1,461cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 GX59 SDZ, 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 GX59 SDZ registered?

GX59 SDZ is a 2009 Renault Modus, first registered on 26 September 2009.

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