Renault Grd Modus Dynamique Vvt A
From 207 MOT tests. Below average for its class.
Common MOT failure categories
What goes wrong?
The most common MOT failure reasons are a lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning, a spring or spring component fractured or seriously weakened and a suspension joint dust cover missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc. The top issue, a lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning, caused 16 failures in 2024. Checking tread depth (1.6mm legal minimum, 3mm recommended) before your test can save an unnecessary fail. You can check prices at Black Circles if you need replacements. If you need repairs before retesting, sites like BookMyGarage let you compare local prices.
| a lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning | 16 |
| a spring or spring component fractured or seriously weakened | 14 |
| a suspension joint dust cover missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc | 10 |
| a tyre seriously damaged | 8 |
| a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn | 7 |
| significant brake effort recorded with no brake applied indicating a binding brake | 7 |
| a brake lining or pad worn below 1.5mm | 6 |
| stop lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning | 6 |
| a rear registration plate lamp or light source missing or inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources | 5 |
| tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements | 5 |
How serious are these failures?
Not all MOT failures are equal. 16.7% of Grd Modus Dynamique Vvt A failures could actually strand you: fractured springs, engine faults, exhaust problems. Another 33.3% are safety issues where the car still drives but shouldn't, such as worn brakes, corroded brake pipes, and steering wear. When it does fail, the average repair bill is around £95.
By registration year
| Year | Pass rate | Top failures |
|---|---|---|
| 2011 | 58.7% | a lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning, a spring or spring component fractured or seriously weakened |
Typical mileage
Half of all Grd Modus Dynamique Vvt As tested had between 43,234 and 81,616 miles on the clock.
At 58,374 median miles, the Grd Modus Dynamique Vvt A has 0.067 failures per 10,000 miles driven.
Other Renault models
| Renault Clio | 68.2% |
| Renault Captur | 80.4% |
| Renault Trafic | 69.1% |
| Renault Megane | 67.1% |
| Renault Kadjar | 81.8% |
Common questions
What is the Renault Grd Modus Dynamique Vvt A MOT pass rate?
The Renault Grd Modus Dynamique Vvt A has a 60.9% MOT pass rate based on 207 real MOT tests. This is below the national average.
What are common MOT failures on a Renault Grd Modus Dynamique Vvt A?
The most common MOT failure on the Renault Grd Modus Dynamique Vvt A is a lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning, which caused 16 failures. Other common issues include a spring or spring component fractured or seriously weakened.
What is the typical mileage of a Renault Grd Modus Dynamique Vvt A at MOT?
The median mileage at MOT for a Renault Grd Modus Dynamique Vvt A is 58,374 miles. The middle 50% of vehicles tested have between 43,234 and 81,616 miles.
Buying a used Grd Modus Dynamique Vvt A?
Start with the free tools. Look up the specific vehicle's MOT history on GOV.UK The mileage at each test will show if it's been wound back, and the advisory history tells you what's wearing. Cross-reference that against the typical failures above to see if anything looks unusual for this model.
The free data won't tell you about outstanding finance, theft markers, or write-off history. For that, you need a vehicle history check This is especially important on a private sale where you have fewer legal protections.
With a 60.9% pass rate and an average repair bill of £95 when things go wrong, budget accordingly.
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