2009 Renault Grand Modus — MOT failures & pass rate
3,394 MOT tests on the 2009 Renault Grand Modus are in this dataset, and 71.8% of them passed. That is 2.9 percentage points worse than all cars of a similar age, which fail at 25.4%. Failures cluster in lighting & signalling, suspension and steering.
What the MOT record shows
No single area dominates — lighting & signalling (16.8%) and suspension (15.5%) are close, so failures are spread across several systems rather than one weak point.
At component level the recurring items are coil spring, position lamp and track rod end — coil spring alone was recorded 364 times.
A 150k+ example is materially riskier than a 0-30k one: 40.5% versus 17.6%.
Split by fuel, diesel examples fail 6.0pp more often than petrol ones (32.0% vs 26.1%) — worth weighing if you have a choice.
Advisories point at the next bill rather than this one: tyres was flagged on 30.3% of tests without failing them.
The trend is worsening — 27.4% of tests failed in 2021 against 31.2% in 2025, the usual pattern as a fleet ages.
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lighting & signalling | 16.8% | 571 |
| 2 | Suspension | 15.5% | 525 |
| 3 | Steering | 6.3% | 212 |
| 4 | Brakes | 6.0% | 203 |
| 5 | Tyres | 5.5% | 185 |
| 6 | Visibility | 4.5% | 152 |
Most common specific failures
The exact components most often recorded as failures — more specific than the categories above.
| # | Failure item | Times recorded |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Coil spring | 364 |
| 2 | Position lamp | 290 |
| 3 | Track rod end | 225 |
| 4 | Ball joint | 154 |
| 5 | Stop lamp | 150 |
| 6 | Headlamp aim | 145 |
Top advisory categories
Advisories aren't failures, but they flag work likely needed soon — useful when budgeting.
| # | Category | % of tests with advisory | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tyres | 30.3% | 1,029 |
| 2 | Brakes | 28.9% | 982 |
| 3 | Suspension | 17.9% | 606 |
| 4 | Other defects | 11.4% | 386 |
| 5 | Lighting & signalling | 11.2% | 381 |
| 6 | Steering | 8.1% | 274 |
Failure rate by mileage
Higher-mileage cars tend to fail more — often the most useful guide to real condition.
| Mileage band | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 0-30k | 148 | 17.6% |
| 30-60k | 1,062 | 23.1% |
| 60-90k | 1,126 | 29.7% |
| 90-120k | 678 | 31.4% |
| 120-150k | 291 | 35.7% |
| 150k+ | 89 | 40.5% |
Failure rate by age
By fuel type
| Fuel | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| Petrol | 2,167 | 26.1% |
| Diesel | 1,227 | 32.0% |
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 773 | 27.4% |
| 2022 | 712 | 25.4% |
| 2023 | 686 | 28.0% |
| 2024 | 649 | 29.9% |
| 2025 | 574 | 31.2% |
What to check before buying a 2009 Grand Modus
On a 2009 Grand Modus, lighting & signalling is what the MOT record says goes wrong most — it appeared in 16.8% of tests. Check these areas before you commit.
- Lighting & signalling (16.8% of tests): Often a cheap bulb, but persistent issues can mean wiring or corrosion in the units. Typical repair: £10–£150.
- Suspension (15.5% of tests): Worn drop links, bushes, springs or shocks — listen for knocks over bumps and check for uneven tyre wear. Typical repair: £150–£450 per corner.
- Steering (6.3% of tests): Play, leaks or worn track rod ends — affects handling and is a safety item. Typical repair: £150–£500.
Repair costs are rough UK ballpark ranges to set expectations, not quotes — actual prices vary widely by car, parts and garage.
Frequently asked questions
How many 2009 Renault Grand Moduss pass their MOT?
71.8% of the 3,394 2009 Renault Grand Modus MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 28.2% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2009 Renault Grand Modus?
Lighting & signalling, recorded in 16.8% of tests, followed by suspension (15.5%).
Does the 2009 Grand Modus get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 17.6% in the 0-30k band to 40.5% in the 150k+ band.
Methodology & source. Based on 3,394 MOT tests. Dataset: DVSA MOT testing data (2021,2022,2023,2024,2025). Data last updated 2026-07-27. Figures reflect MOT-testable defects only — read the methodology for how these are calculated and what they don't measure.