Renault Modus
From 21,794 MOT tests. Below average for its class.
Common MOT failure categories
Pass rate by registration year
Newer Moduss fare better: 2012 models pass at 67.4% vs 62.3% for 2004.
What goes wrong?
The most common MOT failure reasons are a spring or spring component fractured or seriously weakened, a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn and a steering ball joint with excessive wear or free play. The top issue, a spring or spring component fractured or seriously weakened, caused 1,431 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 spring or spring component fractured or seriously weakened | 1,431 |
| a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn | 1,208 |
| a steering ball joint with excessive wear or free play | 1,123 |
| the aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements | 1,082 |
| a lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning | 1,074 |
| a suspension joint dust cover missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc | 731 |
| a rear registration plate lamp or light source missing or inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources | 611 |
| a headlamp or light source missing, inoperative or more than ½ not functioning in the case of led | 592 |
| tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements | 527 |
| stop lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning | 484 |
How serious are these failures?
Not all MOT failures are equal. 16.1% of Modus failures could actually strand you: fractured springs, engine faults, exhaust problems. Another 26.3% 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 £108.
Renault Modus on UK roads
The fleet is shrinking: 2,020 scrapped or exported in the past year, a net loss of 2,020. At this rate, roughly 7 years until none remain. Now at 41% of its peak (34,253 in 2012 Q1).
Quarterly breakdown
| Quarter | On road | SORN | New | Gone | Net |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 Q3 | 12,207 | 1,849 | +0 | -500 | -500 |
| 2025 Q2 | 12,746 | 1,810 | +0 | -476 | -476 |
| 2025 Q1 | 13,225 | 1,807 | +0 | -542 | -542 |
| 2024 Q4 | 13,813 | 1,761 | +0 | -502 | -502 |
| 2024 Q3 | 14,341 | 1,735 | +0 | -490 | -490 |
| 2024 Q2 | 14,844 | 1,722 | +0 | -521 | -521 |
| 2024 Q1 | 15,378 | 1,709 | +0 | -533 | -533 |
| 2023 Q4 | 15,927 | 1,693 | +0 | -426 | -426 |
20 variants on the road
| Variant | Fuel | Licensed | Share |
|---|---|---|---|
| G-Modus Dynamique Tce | Petrol | 1,184 | 12% |
| Grd Modus Dynamique Vvt A | Petrol | 1,045 | 11% |
| G-Modus Dynamique Dci 86 | Diesel | 922 | 10% |
| G-Modus Dynamique Vvt A | Petrol | 845 | 9% |
| Modus Dynamique 16V Auto | Petrol | 793 | 8% |
| Grand Modus Dynamique Dci | Diesel | 555 | 6% |
| Modus Dynamique | Petrol | 517 | 5% |
| Modus Expression 16V | Petrol | 511 | 5% |
| Modus Dynamique 16V | Gas | 482 | 5% |
| Modus Dynamique Tce | Petrol | 424 | 4% |
| Modus Expression 75 | Petrol | 396 | 4% |
| Modus Dynamique Vvt A | Petrol | 326 | 3% |
| G-Modus Dynamiq Dci 86 Sa | Diesel | 302 | 3% |
| Modus Privilege 16V Auto | Petrol | 243 | 3% |
| Modus Dynamique Dci 86 E4 | Diesel | 229 | 2% |
| Modus Oasis 16V | Petrol | 211 | 2% |
| Modus Dynamique Dci | Diesel | 208 | 2% |
| Modus Dynamique S 100 | Petrol | 176 | 2% |
| G-Modus Expression 75 | Petrol | 152 | 2% |
| Grand Modus Dynamique Tce | Petrol | 148 | 2% |
Source: DfT vehicle licensing statistics, 2025 Q3. Crown copyright, OGL v3.0.
By registration year
| Year | Pass rate | Top failures |
|---|---|---|
| 2012 | 67.4% | a spring or spring component fractured or seriously weakened, a steering ball joint with excessive wear or free play |
| 2011 | 64.1% | a spring or spring component fractured or seriously weakened, a steering ball joint with excessive wear or free play |
| 2010 | 66.7% | a spring or spring component fractured or seriously weakened, a steering ball joint with excessive wear or free play |
| 2009 | 65.6% | a steering ball joint with excessive wear or free play, a spring or spring component fractured or seriously weakened |
5 earlier years
| 2008 | 63.6% | a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn, a spring or spring component fractured or seriously weakened |
| 2007 | 63.4% | the aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements, a lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning |
| 2006 | 63.2% | the aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements, a spring or spring component fractured or seriously weakened |
| 2005 | 62.1% | the aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements, a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn |
| 2004 | 62.3% | the aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements, a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn |
Typical mileage
Half of all Moduss tested had between 69,434 and 97,870 miles on the clock.
At 85,143 median miles, the Modus has 0.043 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 Modus MOT pass rate?
The Renault Modus has a 63.8% MOT pass rate based on 21,794 real MOT tests. This is below the national average.
What are common MOT failures on a Renault Modus?
The most common MOT failure on the Renault Modus is a spring or spring component fractured or seriously weakened, which caused 1,431 failures. Other common issues include a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn.
How many Renault Moduss are on UK roads?
There are 12,207 Renault Moduss currently licensed on UK roads, with 1,849 on SORN.
What is the typical mileage of a Renault Modus at MOT?
The median mileage at MOT for a Renault Modus is 85,143 miles. The middle 50% of vehicles tested have between 69,434 and 97,870 miles.
Buying a used Modus?
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 63.8% pass rate and an average repair bill of £108 when things go wrong, budget accordingly.
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MOT data from DVSA anonymised test results, 2024 test year. Fleet data from DfT vehicle licensing statistics. Crown copyright, OGL v3.0. MOT pass rates are statistical summaries of test outcomes, not assessments of individual vehicle safety or condition. Always inspect a vehicle and check its full MOT history before purchasing. See terms of use.