Should I check the MOT history before buying a 2008 Renault Grand Modus?

Yes. Look for recurring advisories — slow-building issues like corrosion or brake wear patterns show up years before they become failures. A full MOT history analysis will highlight patterns that a single test result won't reveal.

What corrosion should I look for when inspecting a 2008 Renault Grand Modus?

Check brake pipes, sills, subframes, and chassis legs. Surface rust is normal at this age; structural rust is a serious problem that is expensive to fix and can fail an MOT.

How are tyres and brakes typically on a 2008 Renault Grand Modus?

Tyres and brakes are the most common advisory items on vehicles of this age. Budget for replacement if they are near the limit, and factor this into your offer price.

How many 2008 Renault Grand Modus vehicles have had dangerous defects recorded?

47% of these vehicles have had a dangerous defect recorded. Search the registration on CarHunch — the full MOT history will show exactly what was flagged and whether it was resolved.

Is the 2008 Renault Grand Modus reliable?

Based on MOT data from 1,452 vehicles, the 2008 Renault Grand Modus has a first-time MOT pass rate of 74%, indicating generally reliable for its class. Always check the full MOT history of any specific vehicle before buying.

Do I need an HPI check when buying a 2008 Renault Grand Modus?

Yes. The MOT history will not show outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen status. An HPI check covers these areas and should be part of any used car purchase.

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Renault Grand Modus (2008)

1,452 real MOT outcomes analysed • 74% first-time pass rate

2008 Renault Grand Modus

CarHunch analysed 1,452 real MOT records for the 2008 Renault Grand Modus. Real test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — from verified DVLA records. Updated as new MOTs are recorded.
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The 2008 Renault Grand Modus has a first-time MOT pass rate of 74.0%, which is below the UK average of 80% and suggests more reliability issues than most cars of this age. More concerning is that 46.6% of these vehicles have recorded a dangerous defect at some point, a notably high figure that should give potential buyers pause.

At a median mileage of 50,929 miles for a 16-year-old car, these examples are reasonably well-preserved, yet they still average 4.78 failures and 20.5 advisories per test, indicating persistent wear and maintenance demands. If you're considering one, budget for suspension and electrical work, and always obtain a pre-purchase inspection from a mechanic familiar with Renault models to assess its specific condition before committing.

The 2008 Renault Grand Modus has a below-average first-time pass rate (74% vs ~80% UK average) — check the specific vehicle's full MOT history carefully before buying.

⚠️ Over 1 in 5 of these vehicles have had a dangerous MOT failure at some point — usually tyres or brakes, and often a one-off issue rather than a persistent problem. The group stats won't tell you which one you're looking at.

First-time pass

74%

UK average ~80%

Below average

Dangerous (ever)

46.6%

At least once in MOT history

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Avg failures / car

4.78

Over 17.6 tests on record

High

Typical mileage

51k

Middle half: 39k–64k

For context

⚠️ Below average. More vehicles in this cohort fail their first MOT than typical. Scrutinise this vehicle's history — look for recurring issues, not just the latest result.

🔧 Expect consumable spend. An average of 20.5 advisories per vehicle tells you wear items (tyres, brakes) get flagged regularly. Budget for them — they're not surprises.

🔍 The dangerous defect figure is real. Most are one-off tyre failures or brake issues — not structural problems. But it's exactly why checking the individual vehicle's history is essential, not optional.

These stats describe 1,452 vehicles as a group. The specific vehicle you're looking at could be the one good example or the one outlier. Run its registration to find out.

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Based on MOT data from 1,452 vehicles — here's what to check.

📋 Check the full MOT history. 46.6% of these vehicles have had a dangerous defect recorded - recurring advisories often signal problems years before they become failures.
Search the reg on CarHunch for the full MOT history, reliability stats and a free AI-powered analysis of that exact vehicle.
🔍 Brake pipes, sills and subframes are the key areas on a vehicle this age — structural rust is hard to spot without getting underneath. A mechanic will check all of this before you commit, and give you a concrete basis to negotiate on price. Inspection →
📄 Outstanding finance, insurance write-offs and clocking won't appear in the MOT records — a dedicated history check covers all of this. Our link gets you 20% off automatically. History Get 20% off via CarHunch

Pass Rate by Fuel Type

Fuel type	Vehicles	Pass rate	Avg failures
Petrol (67%)	971	74.5%	4.76
Diesel (33%)	481	73.1%	4.8

Colour Breakdown

Based on 4,330 Renault Grand Modus vehicles registered in the UK — across all years. From DVLA registration records.

Blue 27.7%

1,200

Silver 21.1%

912

Beige 17.2%

746

Red 9.8%

425

Black 8.7%

375

Grey 7.2%

311

Purple 4.6%

199

Green 1.4%

Bronze 1.2%

White 1%

Gold 0.1%

Mileage Distribution

Most 2008 Renault Grand Modus vehicles sit in the blue band. If the vehicle you're looking at is outside it, it's either unusually low or high mileage for its age.

50,929

typical

39,004

low mileage

63,738

high mileage

Half of all 2008 Renault Grand Modus vehicles fall between 39,004 and 63,738 miles.

Is the mileage you're seeing normal?

✓ Under 39,004 miles — lower than most. Could be great, or could be a vehicle that rarely moved. Check test frequency and mileage progression in the MOT history.

✓ 39,004–63,738 miles — normal for age. This is where most 2008 Renault Grand Moduss sit.

⚠ Over 86,046 miles — higher than typical. Not necessarily a problem, but check service history and look out for advisory build-up on tyres and brakes.

2008 Renault Grand Modus — Still on the Road

Numbers are thinning — 55% of 2008 Renault Grand Moduss are still active.

763 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025 — 55% of the peak remain.

Based on vehicles from this manufacture year that had at least one MOT test in each calendar year. Data from 2014–2025.
* The 2020 dip reflects the government's COVID-19 MOT exemption, which allowed certificates to be extended by six months — fewer tests were conducted that year.

MOT History Averages

17.6

Avg MOT tests per vehicle

4.78

Avg failures per vehicle

20.5

Avg advisories per vehicle

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