2005 Renault Modus 1.4L Petrol · SY55 TNJ

The vehicle presents a concerning maintenance profile characterized by a worsening trend in braking system degradation and suspension wear. While it passed its most recent test in October 2025 at 68,702 miles, the record reveals a history of recurring failures that suggest reactive maintenance. The transition from a clean record in 2023 to multiple failures in 2024 and 2025 indicates that the vehicle is now entering a stage where components are being addressed only after they reach a point of legal failure rather than through preventative care. The recorded mileage is exceptionally low for a 21-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 3,272 miles per year. However, the data shows a significant stagnation in usage between August 2023 at 68,158 miles and September 2024 at 68,483 miles. This gap of just over three hundred miles suggests the car sits for long periods, which often explains the deterioration of rubber components and the corrosion noted in the records. Such lack of regular movement frequently accelerates the oxidation of metal brake lines despite the low odometer reading. A buyer must conduct a thorough inspection of the entire braking network and suspension geometry. The tester repeatedly flagged corroded brake pipes and deteriorated hoses across all corners, specifically noting a nearside rear pipe at imminent risk in September 2025. The failure of the offside anti-roll bar linkage dust cover indicates that rubber bushings are likely failing due to age and perish rather than mileage. Furthermore, the previous failures regarding the ABS lamp and lambda emissions in 2024 suggest the electronic and engine management systems may require a diagnostic check to ensure no hidden faults remain beyond the basic repairs performed.