2006 Renault Modus — MOT failures & pass rate
16,043 MOT tests on the 2006 Renault Modus are in this dataset, and 68.2% of them passed. That is 3.5 percentage points worse than superminis of a similar age, which fail at 28.3%. Failures cluster in lighting & signalling, suspension and brakes.
What the MOT record shows
Lighting & signalling dominates the failure mix at 22.0% of all tests — 4.5 points clear of suspension, so it is the first thing to check.
At component level the recurring items are position lamp, headlamp aim and coil spring — position lamp alone was recorded 1,629 times.
Condition tracks the odometer closely. Failures run at 22.1% in the 0-30k band and 34.8% in the 150k+ band, a 12.7-point spread.
Fuel type barely separates them — petrol fails 31.5% of the time against 32.7% for diesel.
Advisories point at the next bill rather than this one: brakes was flagged on 36.0% of tests without failing them.
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lighting & signalling | 22.0% | 3,536 |
| 2 | Suspension | 17.5% | 2,813 |
| 3 | Brakes | 10.0% | 1,603 |
| 4 | Tyres | 5.3% | 848 |
| 5 | Visibility | 4.2% | 671 |
| 6 | Steering | 3.9% | 618 |
Most common specific failures
The exact components most often recorded as failures — more specific than the categories above.
| # | Failure item | Times recorded |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Position lamp | 1,629 |
| 2 | Headlamp aim | 1,473 |
| 3 | Coil spring | 1,470 |
| 4 | Headlamp | 1,162 |
| 5 | Ball joint | 970 |
| 6 | Stop lamp | 931 |
Top advisory categories
Advisories aren't failures, but they flag work likely needed soon — useful when budgeting.
| # | Category | % of tests with advisory | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Brakes | 36.0% | 5,773 |
| 2 | Tyres | 30.5% | 4,898 |
| 3 | Suspension | 24.1% | 3,862 |
| 4 | Lighting & signalling | 18.5% | 2,965 |
| 5 | Emissions & environmental | 15.1% | 2,426 |
| 6 | Other defects | 13.8% | 2,218 |
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 | 416 | 22.1% |
| 30-60k | 4,158 | 27.9% |
| 60-90k | 6,220 | 32.0% |
| 90-120k | 3,711 | 34.9% |
| 120-150k | 1,186 | 36.1% |
| 150k+ | 316 | 34.8% |
Failure rate by age
By fuel type
| Fuel | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| Petrol | 12,504 | 31.5% |
| Diesel | 3,539 | 32.7% |
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 4,427 | 31.9% |
| 2022 | 3,791 | 32.7% |
| 2023 | 3,172 | 31.5% |
| 2024 | 2,574 | 31.0% |
| 2025 | 2,079 | 31.1% |
What to check before buying a 2006 Modus
On a 2006 Modus, lighting & signalling is what the MOT record says goes wrong most — it appeared in 22.0% of tests. Check these areas before you commit.
- Lighting & signalling (22.0% of tests): Often a cheap bulb, but persistent issues can mean wiring or corrosion in the units. Typical repair: £10–£150.
- Suspension (17.5% 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.
- Brakes (10.0% of tests): Pads/discs are routine wear; binding, imbalance or corroded pipes are more serious — test for pulling under braking. Typical repair: £100–£350 per axle.
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 2006 Renault Moduss pass their MOT?
68.2% of the 16,043 2006 Renault Modus MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 31.8% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2006 Renault Modus?
Lighting & signalling, recorded in 22.0% of tests, followed by suspension (17.5%).
Does the 2006 Modus get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 22.1% in the 0-30k band to 34.8% in the 150k+ band.
Methodology & source. Based on 16,043 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.