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FV57 LFW

2008 Renault Kangoo

Blue Petrol 1149cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jan 2019
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

137,823 mi
Last recorded137,823 miles
Recorded on17 Jan 2018
Typical for 2008 Renault Kangoo62,510 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV57 LFW
MakeRenault
ModelKangoo
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,149cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 17 Jan 2018 137,823 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2017 122,240 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Oil leak ()

Pass 20 Aug 2015 96,006 miles

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

o/s/f brakes binding slightly

oil leak from engine

Pass 16 Jul 2014 76,156 miles
Fail 16 Jul 2014 76,156 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 15 May 2013 63,834 miles

Nearside Outer Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

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

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

Fail 15 May 2013 63,834 miles

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

Nearside Outer Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

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

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

Pass 1 Feb 2012 39,121 miles
Fail 1 Feb 2012 39,121 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 1 Feb 2011 27,750 miles
Fail 31 Jan 2011 27,748 miles

Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside front brake juddering severely (3.7.A.2b)

Offside front brake juddering severely (3.7.A.2b)

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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FV57 LFW is a 2008 Renault Kangoo in Blue with a 1,149cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

Across all 2008 Renault Kangoo models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.4% with a typical mileage of 62,510 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 FV57 LFW, 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 18 years old, this Renault Kangoo is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was FV57 LFW registered?

FV57 LFW is a 2008 Renault Kangoo, first registered on 7 January 2008.

Is FV57 LFW safe to buy?

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