2006 Renault Modus 1.6L Petrol · AX06 CYP

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance history reveals a pattern of deferred repairs and recurring minor electrical faults. While it passed its most recent test in June 2025 at 73,675 miles, this followed a failure just three miles prior due to a fractured nearside front coil spring and corrosion. The trend suggests a reactive approach to maintenance where faults like the defective headlamp lens and light stalk issues are only addressed when they trigger an MOT failure, rather than through a proactive service schedule. At approximately twenty years old, the recorded mileage of 73,675 represents an exceptionally low annual average of roughly 3,700 miles. This low usage pattern is consistent across the intervals between tests, with only 1,331 miles covered between June 2023 and 2024, and another 1,323 miles between 2024 and 2025. While low mileage typically reduces wear on the engine and drivetrain, it often indicates that the vehicle has spent long periods stationary or been used only for very short trips, which can accelerate the degradation of rubber components and fluid chemistry regardless of the distance travelled. A physical inspection must prioritise the structural integrity of the underbody. The tester flagged general underbody corrosion on both front and rear suspension components in 2024, which progressed to a corroded front lower radiator mounting by 2025. The buyer should carefully examine the mounting points and subframes to ensure the rust is merely surface-level rather than structural. The recurring failure of the nearside headlamp and the reported erratic light stalk suggest potential electrical issues or perished switch housings that may require attention to prevent future failures.