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EF02 SYW

2002 Renault Kangoo

Grey Diesel 1461cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jan 2017
Tests19 (11 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate57.9%

Mileage

140,595 mi
Last recorded140,595 miles
Recorded on22 Dec 2015
Typical for 2002 Renault Kangoo80,831 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEF02 SYW
MakeRenault
ModelKangoo
Year2002
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,461cc

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MOT History

11 pass 8 fail
Pass 22 Dec 2015 140,595 miles

registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread both (6.3.1d)

Fail 21 Dec 2015 140,593 miles

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Registration plate lamp not working both (1.1.C.1d)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread both (6.3.1d)

Fail 13 Jan 2015 115,268 miles

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Horn control not readily accessible to the driver (1.6.1)

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Rear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 13 Jan 2015 115,268 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Rear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 14 Sep 2013 90,166 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 25 Sep 2012 55,363 miles

horn fanfare quiet

Fail 25 Sep 2012 55,363 miles

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

horn fanfare quiet

Pass 3 Sep 2012 52,942 miles

battery light flashes

horn fanfare quiet

Pass 12 Aug 2011 49,444 miles

Brake load sensing valve linkage stiff (3.6.E.3)

drivers seat becoming insecure

front brake discs signs of pitting

oil dipstick broken

play in both inner front steering arms

wipers worn and smearing

Fail 11 Aug 2011 49,438 miles

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition off (1.4.B.1f)

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition on (1.4.B.1f)

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

Brake load sensing valve linkage stiff (3.6.E.3)

drivers seat becoming insecure

front brake discs signs of pitting

oil dipstick broken

play in both inner front steering arms

wipers worn and smearing

Pass 1 Sep 2010 49,340 miles
Fail 31 Aug 2010 49,337 miles

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

front brake disc's slightly corroded

n/s steering rack arm as slight play

Pass 1 Sep 2009 49,248 miles
Fail 1 Sep 2009 49,248 miles

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

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

dipstick broken

drivers seat becoming insecure

exhaust corroding

front brake discs signs of wear and corrosion

horn starting to deteriorate

inspection covers fitted above and below vehicle

Fail 17 Jul 2009 49,241 miles

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

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 10 Jul 2008 45,956 miles

n/s/f passenger door mirror taped up

o/s/f drivers door mirror surround incomplete

steering rack slightly worn

Fail 12 Jul 2007 39,266 miles

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 12 Jul 2007 39,266 miles

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 7 Jul 2006 34,689 miles

air bag warning lamp staying on

o/s door mirror backing missing,n/s door mirror secured with tape.

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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EF02 SYW is a 2002 Renault Kangoo in Grey with a 1,461cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.9%.

Across all 2002 Renault Kangoo models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.6% with a typical mileage of 80,831 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 EF02 SYW, 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 24 years old, this Renault Kangoo is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was EF02 SYW registered?

EF02 SYW is a 2002 Renault Kangoo, first registered on 21 June 2002.

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