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DX18 VBU

2018 Renault Kangoo

White Diesel 1461cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Nov 2026
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

127,775 mi
Last recorded127,775 miles
Recorded on12 Nov 2025
Typical for 2018 Renault Kangoo62,383 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDX18 VBU
MakeRenault
ModelKangoo
Year2018
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,461cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Nov 2025 127,775 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2024 120,126 miles

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Windscreen has a chip, not affecting the driver's view. (3.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged Sidewall has damage- No cords. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Edge wearing. (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush is starting to de-bond. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Edge wearing. (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 30 Oct 2024 120,125 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

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

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Windscreen has a chip, not affecting the driver's view. (3.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged Sidewall has damage- No cords. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Edge wearing. (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush is starting to de-bond. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Edge wearing. (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 31 Oct 2023 109,663 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2022 85,889 miles
Fail 21 Feb 2022 85,889 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Central Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 24 Feb 2021 67,662 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 24 Feb 2021 67,662 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Rear Inner Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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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DX18 VBU is a 2018 Renault Kangoo in White with a 1,461cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

Across all 2018 Renault Kangoo models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.1% with a typical mileage of 62,383 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 DX18 VBU, 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 8 years old, this Renault Kangoo is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was DX18 VBU registered?

DX18 VBU is a 2018 Renault Kangoo, first registered on 1 March 2018.

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