2011 Renault Modus 1.6L Petrol · SM11 AHO

The vehicle currently holds a valid MOT, but the maintenance history reveals a pattern of reactive rather than proactive care. While the most recent test in October 2025 at 42,939 miles passed, it flagged multiple advisories regarding tyre condition and a binding offside rear brake. This represents a slight improvement from the significant failure in November 2024, where the vehicle failed on critical brake and suspension components, suggesting that faults are only being addressed once they reach the point of legal failure. The mileage profile indicates exceptionally low use, averaging approximately 2,860 miles per year over its fifteen-year life. Between October 2023 and November 2024, the car covered only 2,715 miles. This low mileage often masks mechanical wear on the drivetrain, but it explains the recurring issues with rubber-based components. The record shows perishing and cracking tyres in both 2023 and 2025, consistent with a vehicle that sits for long periods rather than accumulating regular mileage. A buyer must conduct a thorough inspection of the structural integrity, specifically the subframe. The October 2023 failure at 38,525 miles identified a seriously weakened and corroded subframe, which is a major structural risk. Although this was repaired to pass the subsequent test, corrosion on low-use vehicles often spreads. The record also shows a history of suspension failures, including worn anti-roll bar linkages, suspension arm ball joints, and a fractured coil spring, indicating the bushings and joints are degrading due to age and oxidation. The braking system requires close attention. The tester noted binding offside rear brakes in 2023 and 2025, alongside pitted and scored front discs and a seriously weakened rear disc in the late 2024 failure. Given the low mileage, these issues likely stem from brake caliper seizure and rust rather than wear. The buyer should verify that the calipers are moving freely and that the brake surfaces are free of pitting, as the recent advisories suggest the owner is ignoring early signs of mechanical neglect.