2005 Renault Modus 1.6L Petrol · RK05 AHL

The vehicle presents a questionable mechanical profile as the maintenance history reveals a pattern of reactive repairs rather than proactive care. While the most recent recorded test in September 2022 at 57,096 miles passed, it highlighted issues with pitted and scored rear brake discs and a cut nearside front tyre. Given that no MOT has been recorded for nearly four years, the current roadworthiness of the vehicle is unverified and potentially compromised. The trend shows a vehicle prone to age-related rubber degradation and suspension wear, which fail intermittently despite the low mileage. The mileage profile is exceptionally low for a 21-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 2,700 miles per year. This low usage is evident in the progression from 41,909 miles in 2013 to 57,096 miles in 2022. However, such low mileage often correlates with mechanical degradation caused by stagnation rather than wear. The record shows frequent issues with CV boots, anti-roll bar linkages, and shock absorbers, suggesting the car has likely sat for long periods, allowing rubber to perish and components to seize without regular operation. A buyer must physically inspect the suspension and braking systems, as the history shows recurring failures of anti-roll bar ball joints and leaking shock absorbers. The 2021 failure for a split CV boot and an inoperative MIL lamp indicates that critical electrical and drivetrain faults were overlooked until they failed a test. The pitted rear brake discs noted in 2022 suggest the braking components have suffered from corrosion due to lack of use. Furthermore, the four-year gap since the last MOT necessitates a thorough check for fluid leaks, perished hoses, and structural corrosion to ensure the vehicle remains safe for the road.