2010 Renault Modus 1.5L Diesel · HN10 AFF

The 5 September 2025 MOT at 60,054 miles declared the 2010 Renault Modus unroadworthy, with the parking brake efficiency falling below the required standard, an ABS warning lamp indicating a fault, and both front dipped‑beam lamps inoperative. A near‑side rear parking brake was inoperative on one side, showing a trend that is worsening rather than stable or improving. The vehicle’s mileage has risen from 17,470 miles in 2015 to 60,054 miles in 2025, a gain of roughly 42,600 miles over eight years, or about 5,300 miles per year, which is modest compared with its 16‑year age and suggests regular, moderate use rather than long periods of standing. A buyer should therefore examine the suspension bushes and coil springs for wear, test the rear parking brake mechanism for binding, verify the operation of the ABS sensor and wiring, and inspect the headlamp units for correct aim and bulb condition. The repeated tyre wear noted on the near‑side front tyre and the perishing of front and rear tyres in earlier tests points to possible alignment or suspension issues, while the undertray and cover fittings may conceal corrosion that should be probed visually. Any binding calipers or discs should be measured for thickness and wear, and the structural integrity of the chassis and body panels should be assessed for rust, especially around the wheel arches and under the undertrays.