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BU04 GYP

2004 Renault Kangoo

Blue Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Sep 2026
Tests24 (19 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate79.2%

Mileage

36,733 mi
Last recorded36,733 miles
Recorded on21 Aug 2025
Typical for 2004 Renault Kangoo78,169 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU04 GYP
MakeRenault
ModelKangoo
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

19 pass 5 fail
Pass 21 Aug 2025 36,733 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 7 Aug 2024 30,994 miles

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 6 Sep 2023 26,503 miles

condition of rear number plate

Pass 29 Jul 2023 26,494 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2022 24,311 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 4 Apr 2022 24,310 miles

Hazard warning switch inoperative (4.4.2 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 13 Nov 2020 24,248 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 11 Nov 2020 24,248 miles

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 11 Apr 2019 20,318 miles

Nearside Rear brake bind

Fail 11 Apr 2019 20,318 miles

Front Hazard warning switch inoperative (4.4.2 (a) (ii))

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Nearside Rear Fuel pipe leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear brake bind

Pass 17 Apr 2018 18,439 miles

Nearside Rear slight brake bind

Pass 3 May 2017 17,411 miles
Fail 25 Apr 2017 17,411 miles

Offside Rear Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)

Pass 23 Apr 2016 17,075 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2015 16,448 miles

Offside Front Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)

Fail 22 Apr 2015 16,448 miles

Hazard warning lamps inoperative (1.4.B.1b)

Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)

Pass 9 Apr 2014 14,047 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 3 Apr 2013 12,321 miles

Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Pass 11 Apr 2012 11,806 miles

anti roll bar bushes worn

Pass 28 Mar 2011 10,849 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2010 9,278 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2009 8,316 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

off side front tyre starting to corroded

Pass 23 Apr 2008 7,007 miles

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 11 Apr 2007 5,735 miles

How Reliable is the Renault Kangoo?

Based on 2,024,699 MOT tests across 145,796 vehicles.

66.8%
Pass Rate
6,191
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
145,796
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 86,705
Registration plate lamp not working 72,623
Track rod end ball joint has excessive play 70,931
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 58,600
position lamp(s) not working 40,091
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BU04 GYP is a 2004 Renault Kangoo in Blue with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 79.2%.

Across all 2004 Renault Kangoo models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.2% with a typical mileage of 78,169 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Renault Kangoo fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 86,705 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BU04 GYP, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Renault Kangoo typically stays on UK roads for around 28 years. At 22 years old, this Renault Kangoo is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BU04 GYP registered?

BU04 GYP is a 2004 Renault Kangoo, first registered on 19 April 2004.

Is BU04 GYP safe to buy?

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