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GX05 FTY

2005 Renault Kangoo

Yellow Petrol 1149cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Feb 2024
Tests26 (16 pass, 10 fail)
Pass rate61.5%

Mileage

108,440 mi
Last recorded108,440 miles
Recorded on1 Feb 2023
Typical for 2005 Renault Kangoo78,540 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGX05 FTY
MakeRenault
ModelKangoo
Year2005
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,149cc

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MOT History

16 pass 10 fail
Pass 1 Feb 2023 108,440 miles

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Anti-roll bar drop link (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Anti-roll bar drop link (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Feb 2022 102,957 miles
Fail 7 Feb 2022 102,957 miles

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

Pass 8 Feb 2021 30,407 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2020 93,790 miles

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Jun 2019 85,461 miles

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both rears (1.1.12 (f) (i))

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

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

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

front brake discs rusty

slight oil leak round oil filter

Pass 13 Jun 2018 72,580 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Fail 12 Jun 2018 72,580 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Outer Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Pass 5 Jun 2017 56,883 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2017 56,883 miles

Central Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Exhaust system not adequately supported rear exhaust clamp broken (7.1.1)

Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

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

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Pass 13 Jun 2016 50,248 miles

both rear brake hoses corroded

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

nearside steering rack gater perished

Pass 14 May 2015 41,442 miles
Fail 12 May 2015 41,442 miles

Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

both rear brake hoses corroded

Pass 19 May 2014 32,870 miles

both rear brake pipes rusty

both steering rack gaters perished

exhaust system rusty

Fail 15 May 2014 32,870 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

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

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

both rear brake pipes rusty

both steering rack gaters perished

exhaust system rusty

Pass 29 Apr 2013 24,144 miles

advise n/s hand brake cable is chaffing against fuel tank [sleave fitted] .

both front tyres wearing on inner edges [Alignment ? ]

Fail 29 Apr 2013 24,144 miles

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

advise n/s hand brake cable is chaffing against fuel tank [sleave fitted] .

both front tyres wearing on inner edges [Alignment ? ]

Pass 20 Apr 2012 22,669 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

nearside front tyre wearing on inside edge

tracking check required

wear in front brake discs

Fail 19 Apr 2012 22,669 miles

Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1) DANGEROUS

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

nearside front tyre wearing on inside edge

tracking check required

wear in front brake discs

Fail 18 Apr 2011 16,518 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 18 Apr 2011 16,518 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 13 Apr 2010 13,043 miles

advise center silencer mountings perrished recomend replacement.

Fail 13 Apr 2010 13,043 miles

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

advise center silencer mountings perrished recomend replacement.

Fail 22 Dec 2008 10,333 miles

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

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

Pass 22 Dec 2008 10,333 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2008 10,325 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 FTY is a 2005 Renault Kangoo in Yellow with a 1,149cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.5%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 FTY, 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 FTY registered?

GX05 FTY is a 2005 Renault Kangoo, first registered on 30 April 2005.

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