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J13 LGC

2012 Renault Kangoo

Grey Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Dec 2026
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

48,849 mi
Last recorded48,849 miles
Recorded on15 Nov 2025
Typical for 2012 Renault Kangoo83,257 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ13 LGC
MakeRenault
ModelKangoo
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Nov 2025 48,849 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Nearside front play in steering rack inner joint(s).

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

Pass 23 Nov 2024 47,489 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin Nearside front and offside front inner brake pads (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Nearside front play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 4 Nov 2023 43,760 miles

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

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing corroded (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing corroded (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 12 Nov 2022 42,178 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 12 Nov 2022 42,178 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 13 Nov 2021 40,331 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2020 36,767 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2019 23,792 miles
Pass 2 May 2018 21,718 miles
Fail 2 May 2018 21,718 miles

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 28 Jun 2017 19,481 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2016 15,933 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2016 15,862 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 6 Aug 2015 12,305 miles

Exhaust Tailpipe Corroded

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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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J13 LGC is a 2012 Renault Kangoo in Grey with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 J13 LGC, 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 J13 LGC registered?

J13 LGC is a 2012 Renault Kangoo, first registered on 14 September 2012.

Is J13 LGC safe to buy?

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