At a Glance
The Renault Modus has 12 identified common problems across 1 generation, with the Mk1 (2004-2012) being the most affected generation and brakes the most common problem category. Based on 385K MOT tests from DVSA data.
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Below: generation-by-generation comparison of Renault Modus common problems, MOT failure types, and pass-rate data drawn from DVSA records. Click any generation to see fuel- and engine-specific fault patterns, mileage-banded repair guidance, and the most common MOT failures testers record.
MOT Tests & Failures by Generation
Renault Modus generations by MOT tests, failures, and identified problems from DVSA data
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Most Common Renault Modus MOT Failures
Every reason Renault Modus vehicles fail their MOT, ranked by frequency. Select an individual year to see only that year’s failures, or stay on ‘All time’ for the combined picture across our 20 years of DVSA data. Scroll inside the table for the full list.
| # | Failure | % of failures |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Suspension joint or bush worn | 8.12% |
| 2 | Stop lamp not working | 8.02% |
| 3 | Tyre tread depth below limit | 6.83% |
| 4 | Brake performance below minimum | 6.38% |
| 5 | Track rod end worn | 6.24% |
| 6 | Number plate lamp not working | 6.17% |
| 7 | Coil spring broken or corroded | 5.55% |
| 8 | Tyre condition | 4.75% |
| 9 | Headlamp aim defect | 4.40% |
| 10 | Front lamp not working | 3.73% |
| 11 | Headlamp fault | 3.40% |
| 12 | Wiper blades deteriorated | 2.94% |
| 13 | Brake pads or linings worn | 2.88% |
| 14 | Ball joint dust cover split | 2.76% |
| 15 | Windscreen washer not working | 2.63% |
| 16 | Brake disc or drum worn | 2.63% |
| 17 | Parking brake performance below minimum | 2.30% |
| 18 | Driveshaft fault | 2.22% |
| 19 | Rear lamp not working | 1.67% |
| 20 | Position lamp not working | 1.40% |
| 21 | Rigid brake pipe corroded or damaged | 1.30% |
| 22 | Brake hydraulic component worn | 1.00% |
| 23 | Spark ignition emissions above threshold | 0.83% |
| 24 | Horn not working | 0.78% |
| 25 | Front suspension joint worn | 0.75% |
| 26 | Airbag warning light on | 0.65% |
| 27 | Catalytic converter efficiency low | 0.64% |
| 28 | Shock absorber worn or leaking | 0.58% |
| 29 | Windscreen damage affecting view | 0.57% |
| 30 | Mirror damaged or missing | 0.56% |
| 31 | Subframe corrosion or damage | 0.48% |
| 32 | Parking brake condition | 0.46% |
| 33 | Fog lamp not working | 0.44% |
| 34 | Rear suspension fault | 0.40% |
| 35 | Wheel bearing worn | 0.40% |
| 36 | Brake pedal movement restricted | 0.33% |
| 37 | Tyre size or type not matched | 0.28% |
| 38 | ABS fault | 0.28% |
| 39 | Brake lever fault | 0.25% |
| 40 | Exhaust system fault | 0.25% |
| 41 | Engine oil leak | 0.23% |
| 42 | Steering rack fault | 0.19% |
| 43 | Brake pedal fault | 0.18% |
| 44 | Brake caliper fault | 0.16% |
| 45 | Electrical switch fault | 0.15% |
| 46 | Handbrake lever fault | 0.14% |
| 47 | Indicator fault | 0.13% |
| 48 | Chassis condition | 0.11% |
| 49 | Body corrosion or damage | 0.11% |
| 50 | Handbrake cable fault | 0.10% |
| 51 | Battery loose or leaking | 0.09% |
| 52 | Flexible brake hose damaged | 0.09% |
| 53 | MacPherson strut worn | 0.09% |
| 54 | Bonnet catch or hinge fault | 0.09% |
| 55 | Suspension linkage fault | 0.08% |
| 56 | Rear fog lamp not working | 0.08% |
| 57 | Seat belt condition | 0.08% |
| 58 | Bumper damaged or insecure | 0.08% |
| 59 | Driver door fault | 0.07% |
| 60 | Suspension mounting corroded | 0.07% |
| 61 | Compression ignition emissions above threshold | 0.07% |
| 62 | Steering arm worn | 0.06% |
| 63 | Front suspension fault | 0.06% |
| 64 | Steering free play excessive | 0.06% |
| 65 | Brake cable, rod, lever or linkage fault | 0.06% |
| 66 | Brake fluid leak | 0.05% |
| 67 | Front passenger door fault | 0.05% |
| 68 | Drag link end worn | 0.05% |
| 69 | Fuel pipe corroded or damaged | 0.05% |
| 70 | Tyre valve stem damaged | 0.05% |
| 71 | Subframe mounting corroded | 0.04% |
| 72 | Electrical wiring fault | 0.04% |
| 73 | Vehicle structure corrosion | 0.04% |
| 74 | Fuel cap damaged or missing | 0.04% |
| 75 | Headlamp levelling device fault | 0.04% |
| 76 | Dashboard warning lamp fault | 0.04% |
| 77 | Driver airbag fault | 0.03% |
| 78 | Steering column fault | 0.03% |
| 79 | Brake fluid level low or contaminated | 0.03% |
| 80 | Speedometer fault | 0.03% |
| 81 | Suspension arm worn or corroded | 0.02% |
| 82 | Propshaft fault | 0.02% |
| 83 | Steering lock fault | 0.02% |
| 84 | Hydraulic brake cylinder fault | 0.02% |
| 85 | Anti-roll bar worn or corroded | 0.02% |
| 86 | Reversing lamp not working | 0.02% |
| 87 | Spare wheel fault | 0.02% |
| 88 | Main beam warning light fault | 0.02% |
| 89 | Electric power steering fault | 0.02% |
| 90 | Undertray damaged or missing | 0.02% |
| 91 | Boot lid damaged or insecure | 0.02% |
| 92 | Steering operation fault | 0.02% |
| 93 | Engine mounting worn or broken | 0.02% |
| 94 | Fuel tank corroded or leaking | 0.01% |
| 95 | Body security fault | 0.01% |
| 96 | Driver seat fault | 0.01% |
| 97 | Mirror or camera fault | 0.01% |
| 98 | Exhaust leak | 0.01% |
| 99 | Rear fog lamp warning light fault | <0.01% |
| 100 | Rear reflector damaged or missing | <0.01% |
| 101 | Transmission oil leak | <0.01% |
| 102 | Brake fluid warning light on | <0.01% |
| 103 | Steering coupling worn | <0.01% |
| 104 | Body strengthening plate corroded | <0.01% |
| 105 | Passenger seat fault | <0.01% |
| 106 | Steering wheel damaged or insecure | <0.01% |
| 107 | Tailgate damaged or insecure | <0.01% |
| 108 | Passenger airbag fault | <0.01% |
| 109 | Electronic stability control fault | <0.01% |
| 110 | Fuel hose damaged or leaking | <0.01% |
| 111 | Tyre pressure monitoring system fault | <0.01% |
| 112 | Universal joint worn | <0.01% |
| 113 | Window damaged or won't operate | <0.01% |
| 114 | Outline marker lamp not working | <0.01% |
| 115 | Suspension unit fault | <0.01% |
| 116 | Seat belt anchorage fault | <0.01% |
| 117 | Brake air or vacuum system fault | <0.01% |
| 118 | Exhaust emissions above threshold (non-catalyst) | <0.01% |
| 119 | Brake relay lever fault | <0.01% |
| 120 | Brake wheel cylinder fault | <0.01% |
| 121 | Brake back plate corroded or damaged | <0.01% |
| 122 | Indicator warning light fault | <0.01% |
| 123 | Steering shaft fault | <0.01% |
| 124 | Brake servo fault | <0.01% |
| 125 | Brake valve fault | <0.01% |
| 126 | Electronic braking system fault | <0.01% |
| 127 | Hydraulic fluid leak | <0.01% |
| 128 | Seat belt or padding damaged | <0.01% |
| 129 | Steering intermediate drop arm worn | <0.01% |
| 130 | Suspension rod worn or corroded | <0.01% |
| 131 | King pin or swivel pin worn | <0.01% |
| 132 | Towbar fault | <0.01% |
| 133 | Exhaust heat shield or sound insulation damaged | <0.01% |
| 134 | Full power hydraulic brake fault | <0.01% |
| 135 | Suspension linkage attachment bracket or mounting corroded | <0.01% |
| 136 | Brake fluid reservoir fault | <0.01% |
| 137 | Brake master cylinder fault | <0.01% |
| 138 | Hazard warning light fault | <0.01% |
| 139 | Seat belt pre-tensioner fault | <0.01% |
| 140 | Bonded suspension condition | <0.01% |
| 141 | Access panel damaged or insecure | <0.01% |
| 142 | Dip switch fault | <0.01% |
| 143 | Front fog lamp not working | <0.01% |
| 144 | Leaf spring broken or corroded | <0.01% |
| 145 | Power steering pipe or hose leaking | <0.01% |
| 146 | Tie bar or rod worn or corroded | <0.01% |
| 147 | Additional braking device fault | <0.01% |
| 148 | Semaphore indicator fault | <0.01% |
| 149 | Steering box fault | <0.01% |
| 150 | Steering lock stop fault | <0.01% |
| 151 | Trailing arm worn or corroded | <0.01% |
| 152 | Axle corroded or damaged | <0.01% |
| 153 | Brake clevis joint worn | <0.01% |
| 154 | Brake pedal linkage fault | <0.01% |
| 155 | Daytime running lamp not working | <0.01% |
| 156 | Electronic parking brake fault | <0.01% |
| 157 | Headlamp washer not working | <0.01% |
| 158 | Passenger compartment corrosion | <0.01% |
| 159 | Power steering ram fault | <0.01% |
| 160 | Spring mounting corroded | <0.01% |
| 161 | Suspension retaining or locking device fault | <0.01% |
| 162 | Torque or reaction arm worn | <0.01% |
| 163 | Transmission drive belt fault | <0.01% |
| 164 | Vehicle floor corroded | <0.01% |
| 165 | Wheel hub fault | <0.01% |
Showing all 165 reasons — scroll inside the table for the full list.
Renault Modus MOT Failures by Category
Total MOT failure occurrences for the Renault Modus, grouped by category. Same data as the failures table above — just sliced by category instead of fault title. Hover a slice for the top failures in each category.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What are the most common Renault Modus problems?
Based on analysis of 385K Renault Modus MOT tests from DVSA data, we have 12 identified common problems across 1 generation. The most frequently flagged issue is "Coil spring broken or corroded". Brakes is the most common problem category.
Which Renault Modus generation has the most problems?
The Renault Modus Mk1 (2004-2012) (2004–2012) has the highest number of identified common problems (17). Click the generation card above for the full breakdown.
How is this data calculated?
We analyse anonymised DVSA MOT test records under the Open Government Licence. An issue is classified as a "Common Problem" when it occurs significantly more often on a specific model than the UK average, confirmed at 99% statistical confidence. Read the full methodology page for details.
Can I report a problem with my Renault Modus?
Yes — use the "Tell Us About Your Problem" form on this page. Your report helps other Renault Modus owners spot problems early. All submissions are reviewed before being added to the public database.
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