2007 Renault Modus 1.4L Petrol · SA07 VGU

The current roadworthiness status of this Renault Modus is stable following the pass issued on 8 January 2026. While the vehicle successfully cleared its most recent inspection, the initial failure due to non-functional stop lamps and a binding offside rear brake indicates a reactive approach to maintenance rather than a proactive one. The fact that the vehicle required a re-test to rectify basic electrical and mechanical faults suggests that the owner relies on the MOT process to identify necessary repairs rather than performing routine servicing between annual checks. The vehicle has covered 113,879 miles over its nineteen-year lifespan, averaging approximately 5,994 miles per annum. This low usage rate is consistent across the documented period, with consistent annual increments of roughly 14,000 miles between 2024 and 2025, and nearly 10,000 miles leading into the 2026 test. Such patterns indicate the car is in regular use rather than sitting idle for extended periods, which typically helps prevent the seizure of mechanical components and the degradation of seals often seen in long-term storage. Prospective buyers should focus their physical inspection on the braking system, as the history shows recurring issues with both front pad wear and rear brake binding. The 2025 failure regarding imbalanced front brakes and limited park brake travel suggests the rear calipers or drum mechanisms may be prone to sticking, a common trait in this chassis. You should verify the condition of the brake discs for scoring and confirm that the central rear seat belt buckle operates smoothly, as this was flagged as a defect in the 2025 test. Given the age of the vehicle, a thorough check of the structural integrity of the sills and subframe is also advisable to ensure no corrosion has developed that might have been overlooked in previous inspections.