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GX05 FTC

2005 Renault Kangoo

Green Diesel 1461cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jul 2026
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

101,467 mi
Last recorded101,467 miles
Recorded on19 Jun 2025
Typical for 2005 Renault Kangoo78,540 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGX05 FTC
MakeRenault
ModelKangoo
Year2005
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,461cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Jun 2025 101,467 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2024 92,798 miles

Both headlight beam patterns weak.

Little reserve travel to park brake.

Nearside Rear Seats removed at time of test.

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

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

Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage Slight weep to pipe by steering rack. (2.1.5 (a))

Fail 15 Jul 2024 92,798 miles

Both headlight beam patterns weak.

Little reserve travel to park brake.

Nearside Rear Seats removed at time of test.

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

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

Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage Slight weep to pipe by steering rack. (2.1.5 (a))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault Intermittent airbag light flashing. (7.1.6 (a))

Fail 28 Jun 2024 92,772 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords Cut in tyre tread, cords visable. (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))

Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure Bulge on outer sidewall. (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure Split on tyre tread cords exposed. (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure Bulge on outer sidewall. (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Bald on inner and outer shoulders. (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Seat removed at time of test.

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Bald on inner and outer shoulders. (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Multiple cuts in tyre tread. (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage Pipe into steering rack weeping. (2.1.5 (a))

Pass 19 Jun 2023 80,758 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2022 66,610 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2021 54,658 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

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 22 Jun 2021 54,658 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

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 21 May 2020 46,164 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement upper and lower (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement upper and lower (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 3 Jun 2019 35,317 miles

Central Rear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test ()

Nearside Rear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test ()

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 26 May 2018 29,838 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2017 29,714 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2016 28,793 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2015 27,514 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 27 May 2014 26,163 miles
Pass 28 May 2013 23,596 miles
Pass 28 May 2012 21,003 miles
Pass 26 May 2011 18,482 miles
Pass 27 May 2010 15,758 miles
Pass 27 May 2009 13,097 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2008 10,030 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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GX05 FTC is a 2005 Renault Kangoo in Green with a 1,461cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 GX05 FTC, 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.

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What year was GX05 FTC registered?

GX05 FTC is a 2005 Renault Kangoo, first registered on 5 July 2005.

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