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GL55 JYG

2005 Renault Kangoo

Red Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Nov 2016
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

107,754 mi
Last recorded107,754 miles
Recorded on23 Nov 2015
Typical for 2005 Renault Kangoo78,540 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGL55 JYG
MakeRenault
ModelKangoo
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 23 Nov 2015 107,754 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2014 105,232 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2013 100,046 miles
Fail 16 Nov 2013 100,046 miles

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

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 4 Oct 2012 88,376 miles

both inner rack joints have slight play, not excessive.

both rear outer seats have child seat bases fitted. therefore unable to check the seatbelts.

offside front lower ball joint has slight play, not excessive.

Fail 4 Oct 2011 81,400 miles

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

Oil leak

Pass 4 Oct 2011 81,400 miles

Oil leak

Pass 8 Oct 2010 75,050 miles

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

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Fail 6 Oct 2010 75,050 miles

Power steering malfunctioning (2.3.3a)

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

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

nearside mirror damaged

Pass 24 Feb 2010 72,380 miles
Fail 23 Feb 2010 72,380 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 10 Feb 2009 66,012 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2008 59,751 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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GL55 JYG is a 2005 Renault Kangoo in Red with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 GL55 JYG, 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 GL55 JYG registered?

GL55 JYG is a 2005 Renault Kangoo, first registered on 28 December 2005.

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