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HX05 GYW

2005 Renault Kangoo

Purple Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Jun 2027
Tests23 (18 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate78.3%

Mileage

26,760 mi
Last recorded26,760 miles
Recorded on23 Jun 2026
Typical for 2005 Renault Kangoo78,540 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHX05 GYW
MakeRenault
ModelKangoo
Year2005
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

18 pass 5 fail
Pass 23 Jun 2026 26,760 miles

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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

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

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

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

Fail 19 Jun 2026 26,759 miles

Offside Front Upper Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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

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

Nearside Front Nail in tyre

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

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

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

Pass 2 Jan 2025 19,469 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 6 Dec 2023 15,586 miles

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft gaiter weeping grease from the clip

Windscreen wipers have only just me the requirements

Pass 8 Dec 2022 11,904 miles

Front Outer drive shaft gaiters are weeping slightly

Offside Central exhaust mount is broken

Pass 23 Nov 2021 8,121 miles
Fail 23 Nov 2021 8,121 miles

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

Pass 26 Nov 2020 5,292 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2019 2,768 miles
Fail 25 Nov 2019 2,767 miles

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

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))

Pass 10 Dec 2018 1,574 miles
Fail 10 Dec 2018 1,574 miles

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid it would appear the washer fluid is running out (3.5 (a))

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively wiper blades are smearing ion places (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources lamp not working (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 6 Jun 2017 651 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2016 12,941 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2015 11,928 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2015 11,928 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Pass 8 Jul 2014 10,073 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2013 9,551 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2012 8,940 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2011 7,898 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2010 6,993 miles
Pass 28 May 2009 5,345 miles
Pass 27 May 2008 3,969 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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HX05 GYW is a 2005 Renault Kangoo in Purple with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.3%.

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 HX05 GYW, 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 HX05 GYW registered?

HX05 GYW is a 2005 Renault Kangoo, first registered on 7 June 2005.

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The MOT history for HX05 GYW shows 23 tests with a 78.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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