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GF05 BFU

2005 Renault Kangoo

Green Diesel 1461cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Sep 2026
Tests18 (18 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

197,876 mi
Last recorded197,876 miles
Recorded on16 Sep 2025
Typical for 2005 Renault Kangoo78,540 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGF05 BFU
MakeRenault
ModelKangoo
Year2005
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,461cc

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MOT History

18 pass
Pass 16 Sep 2025 197,876 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2024 195,768 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2023 192,508 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2022 189,915 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Nearside handbrake little low

Offside Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 25 Aug 2021 187,346 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2020 185,325 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2019 183,368 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 21 Jul 2018 180,883 miles

Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 31 Jul 2017 177,599 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 14 Jul 2016 175,231 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2015 172,178 miles

o/s/r n/s/r tyres cracks

Pass 3 Jul 2014 167,351 miles
Pass 31 May 2013 157,240 miles

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

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 18 Jun 2012 145,073 miles

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

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

Pass 8 Jun 2011 126,735 miles
Pass 17 May 2010 105,144 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2009 84,070 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2008 55,310 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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GF05 BFU is a 2005 Renault Kangoo in Green with a 1,461cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2005 Renault Kangoo models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.0% with a typical mileage of 78,540 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 GF05 BFU, 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 21 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 GF05 BFU registered?

GF05 BFU is a 2005 Renault Kangoo, first registered on 30 March 2005.

Is GF05 BFU safe to buy?

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