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GJ51 BNV

2001 Renault Kangoo

Grey Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jun 2021
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

122,038 mi
Last recorded122,038 miles
Recorded on15 Jun 2020
Typical for 2001 Renault Kangoo84,556 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGJ51 BNV
MakeRenault
ModelKangoo
Year2001
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 15 Jun 2020 122,038 miles

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

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

Fail 8 Jun 2020 122,028 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

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

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

Pass 3 Jun 2019 117,452 miles

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

Pass 4 Jun 2018 111,365 miles
Pass 23 May 2017 103,709 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2016 96,579 miles

Centre Rear engine mounting deteriorated, but not resulting in excessive movement (6.1.D.1a)

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi (7.1.2)

Nearside engine mounting deteriorated, but not resulting in excessive movement gearbox mount (6.1.D.1a)

Oil leak ()

Pass 12 Jun 2015 90,895 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Fail 12 Jun 2015 90,895 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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

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

Nearside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 24 Mar 2014 82,040 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2013 72,871 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2012 63,222 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2011 53,650 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2010 45,445 miles

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 11 Mar 2009 35,403 miles
Fail 11 Mar 2009 35,403 miles

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

Pass 26 Mar 2008 28,074 miles

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

Pass 11 Dec 2007 27,084 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2006 23,387 miles
Fail 8 Dec 2006 23,387 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecurely mounted to its housing (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

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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GJ51 BNV is a 2001 Renault Kangoo in Grey with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

Across all 2001 Renault Kangoo models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.5% with a typical mileage of 84,556 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 GJ51 BNV, 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 25 years old, this Renault Kangoo is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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GJ51 BNV is a 2001 Renault Kangoo, first registered on 3 December 2001.

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