Renault Kangoo Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
Free Renault Kangoo car check
Is the Renault Kangoo reliable? We analysed 2,024,699 real MOT tests across 145,796 vehicles to find out.
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The Renault Kangoo is about average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, registration plate lamp not working and track rod end ball joint has excessive play. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Renault Kangoo.
Renault Kangoo Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Renault Kangoo. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Renault Kangoo MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Renault Kangoo to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Renault Kangoo Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Renault Kangoo fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Renault Kangoo Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Renault Kangoo owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Renault Kangoo MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Renault Kangoo year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | 153 | 79.7% | 83,405 | 101,185 | 120,170 |
| 2021 | 1,953 | 74.9% | 36,595 | 58,119 | 88,012 |
| 2020 | 2,502 | 77.2% | 36,907 | 56,120 | 81,386 |
| 2019 | 12,699 | 73.9% | 39,157 | 61,690 | 90,047 |
| 2018 | 16,079 | 73.1% | 40,772 | 62,383 | 89,883 |
| 2017 | 21,168 | 72.0% | 46,159 | 71,098 | 101,647 |
| 2016 | 34,127 | 72.3% | 49,098 | 74,388 | 105,168 |
| 2015 | 48,016 | 71.2% | 54,918 | 82,482 | 116,766 |
| 2014 | 44,068 | 70.4% | 55,497 | 84,027 | 118,312 |
| 2013 | 35,962 | 69.3% | 59,294 | 88,964 | 123,842 |
| 2012 | 58,295 | 69.0% | 48,358 | 83,257 | 120,456 |
| 2011 | 112,955 | 68.5% | 51,608 | 85,175 | 121,649 |
| 2010 | 115,425 | 67.6% | 52,037 | 85,735 | 123,810 |
| 2009 | 57,567 | 68.9% | 38,324 | 67,898 | 107,158 |
| 2008 | 91,945 | 70.4% | 35,292 | 62,510 | 101,534 |
| 2007 | 128,000 | 68.8% | 42,031 | 72,364 | 111,365 |
| 2006 | 131,781 | 68.0% | 47,026 | 76,523 | 111,017 |
| 2005 | 155,832 | 66.0% | 49,337 | 78,540 | 112,358 |
| 2004 | 175,728 | 66.2% | 49,261 | 78,169 | 110,482 |
| 2003 | 178,010 | 65.5% | 51,502 | 78,369 | 108,174 |
How Long Does a Renault Kangoo Last?
Based on 145,796 Renault Kangoo vehicles on UK roads.
Renault Kangoo Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Renault Kangoo MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.
Best Year to Buy a Used Renault Kangoo
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
79.7% MOT pass rate from 153 tests
61.5% MOT pass rate from 31,340 tests
The best year to buy a used Renault Kangoo is 2022, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 79.7% across 153 tests. The 1998 model year has the lowest pass rate at 61.5% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How Does the Renault Kangoo Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Renault Kangoo THIS CAR | 66.8% | 2,024,699 | 80,684 mi | 28 yrs |
| Renault Clio | 67.1% | 14,729,048 | 62,807 mi | 33 yrs |
| Renault Megane | 67.3% | 7,306,346 | 70,453 mi | 30 yrs |
| Renault Laguna | 64.6% | 2,783,232 | 89,257 mi | 32 yrs |
| Nissan Note | 75.4% | 2,716,974 | 54,306 mi | 20 yrs |
Compared to the Renault Clio (67.1% pass rate) and the Renault Megane (67.3% pass rate), the Renault Kangoo trails behind on MOT reliability.
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Check a specific Renault KangooShould you buy a used Renault Kangoo?
The Renault Kangoo has an overall MOT pass rate of 66.8% across 2,024,699 real MOT tests — roughly in line with the UK average.
The most common problems on the Renault Kangoo are tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (86,705 recorded failures), registration plate lamp not working (72,623), and track rod end ball joint has excessive play (70,931). These are the faults most likely to cause an MOT failure on this model, so check for them carefully on any test drive or pre-purchase inspection. Many are wear-and-tear items that can be budgeted for, but a car that's already failing on multiple fronts may signal neglected maintenance.
A typical Renault Kangoo owner drives around 6,191 miles per year. If the car you're looking at is significantly above this, expect more wear on suspension, brakes and tyres. If it's well below, the vehicle may have been sitting unused — check for perished rubber, corroded discs and stale fluids.
In terms of longevity, most Renault Kangoo models stay on UK roads for around 28 years — a strong showing that suggests solid build quality and readily available parts. If you're buying one that's already approaching that window, the data suggests it has plenty of life left provided it's been maintained.
Before committing to a purchase, we recommend running a full vehicle history check on the specific car. This will reveal any outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies that the seller may not disclose — and that the MOT data alone can't tell you.