2004 Renault Modus 1.1L Petrol · FG54 AHL

The roadworthiness of this Renault Modus is concerning, showing a clear trend of deteriorating maintenance in recent years. While the vehicle passed its last recorded test in February 2022, this followed a significant failure earlier that month where all four tyres were below the legal limit. Given that no MOT has been recorded for over four years, the current status of the vehicle is unknown and potentially unroadworthy. The history of multiple consecutive failures suggests a pattern of addressing only the bare minimum required to pass a test rather than performing proactive preventative maintenance. Mileage data indicates a significant acceleration in usage as the vehicle aged. The car covered approximately 97,000 miles between 2011 and 2020, averaging roughly 10,000 miles per year. However, between October 2019 and November 2020, the vehicle clocked 15,022 miles in just thirteen months, representing a sharp increase in demand. There is a total lack of mileage data following the February 2022, making it impossible to determine if the car has continued to be driven frequently or has sat stationary during the long lapse. A buyer must conduct a thorough inspection of the braking system and suspension due to recurring issues. The tester flagged thin front brake pads and an oil leak in 2022, while earlier records show an excessively corroded rear brake pipe in 2014. The presence of excessive play in a nearside track rod end in the past suggests steering components may be prone to wear. Particular attention is required for the electrical failures noted, including stop lamps, indicators, and registration plate lights, which indicate neglected wiring or poor attention to basic bulb replacements. The four-year gap in MOT records is the primary risk factor. Without a recent test, the mechanical integrity of every rubber component, fluid, and structural element must be verified manually. The previous report of excessive corrosion on brake pipes suggests that the vehicle may be susceptible to rust, which is a common failure on cars of this age. This vehicle represents a high risk of discovering hidden defects and immediate costs to bring it back to roadworthy standard.