2009 Renault Modus 1.5L Diesel · DY59 AAK

The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness status, maintaining a clean pass record over the last three years. The most recent inspection in October 2024 at 101,760 miles resulted in a pass with no advisories or defects recorded. This follows two consecutive clean passes in 2022 and 2023, indicating that the mechanical and safety components have remained to a sufficient standard without recurring failures. The mileage profile is notably low for a 17-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 6,000 miles per annum. Data shows a significant period of low use between June 2021 and June 2022, where the car covered only 285 miles in a full year. Since the 2022 test, the vehicle has covered roughly 7,600 miles over 24 months, suggesting a more consistent but still usage pattern. While low mileage generally reduces wear on the drivetrain and engine, the long intervals between tests can sometimes mask rubber-based components or fluid degradation due to extended periods of standing. A buyer should focus their physical inspection on signs of age-related degradation rather than mileage-based wear. Given the clean MOT history, the primary risks involve structural integrity and corrosion on the chassis and sills, which are common in Renault models of this era. Inspect the suspension bushes for cracking and the tyres for perished rubber, as these parts degrade over time regardless of distance driven. Because the record shows no history of brake advisories, verify the calipers are not seizing and the discs for pitting, which can occur on vehicles that sit stationary for long periods.