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GK12 PFN

2012 Renault Kangoo

Grey Diesel 1483cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Apr 2027
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

117,432 mi
Last recorded117,432 miles
Recorded on18 Apr 2026
Typical for 2012 Renault Kangoo83,257 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGK12 PFN
MakeRenault
ModelKangoo
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,483cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 18 Apr 2026 117,432 miles

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Fail 18 Apr 2026 117,430 miles

Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

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

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 4 Dec 2024 109,258 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre/worn on edge

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

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 4 Dec 2024 109,258 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre/worn on edge

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

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

Offside Reversing lamp inoperative (4.6.1 (a))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Dec 2023 103,349 miles

Offside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both pipes on driver side rear getting corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Coil spring corroded both sides rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Fail 1 Dec 2023 103,243 miles

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both pipes on driver side rear getting corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Coil spring corroded both sides rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 16 Nov 2022 97,005 miles

Nearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view stone chip (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Dec 2021 91,182 miles

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

Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing Both (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Front Window damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Nov 2020 84,540 miles

Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view stone chip (3.2 (a) (i))

Rear Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 20 Nov 2020 84,493 miles

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view stone chip (3.2 (a) (i))

Rear Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 29 May 2019 76,315 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both front (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge And wearing low inside tread (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge And worn smooth inside tread (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 22 May 2018 68,720 miles
Pass 30 May 2017 60,273 miles
Pass 26 May 2016 51,748 miles
Pass 27 May 2015 44,027 miles

advise no diesel smoke detected

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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GK12 PFN is a 2012 Renault Kangoo in Grey with a 1,483cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

Across all 2012 Renault Kangoo models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.0% with a typical mileage of 83,257 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 GK12 PFN, 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 14 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 GK12 PFN registered?

GK12 PFN is a 2012 Renault Kangoo, first registered on 29 March 2012.

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