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LY13 JCU

2013 Renault Kangoo

White Diesel 1461cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Aug 2027
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

52,506 mi
Last recorded52,506 miles
Recorded on12 Aug 2026
Typical for 2013 Renault Kangoo88,964 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLY13 JCU
MakeRenault
ModelKangoo
Year2013
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,461cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 12 Aug 2026 52,506 miles
Fail 12 Aug 2026 52,506 miles

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 22 Aug 2025 49,907 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2025 49,907 miles

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

Pass 13 Aug 2024 47,803 miles

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear x2 (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 10 Aug 2023 44,497 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

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

Fail 10 Aug 2023 44,493 miles

Nearside Front Front passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

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

Pass 24 Aug 2022 39,620 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2022 39,620 miles

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

Pass 13 Aug 2021 33,283 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2020 23,997 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2019 18,264 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2018 16,551 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2017 14,348 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2016 23,981 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread cracked (6.3.1d)

Fail 25 Jul 2016 23,981 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread cracked (6.3.1d)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

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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LY13 JCU is a 2013 Renault Kangoo in White with a 1,461cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

Across all 2013 Renault Kangoo models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.3% with a typical mileage of 88,964 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 LY13 JCU, 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 13 years old, this Renault Kangoo is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was LY13 JCU registered?

LY13 JCU is a 2013 Renault Kangoo, first registered on 12 August 2013.

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The MOT history for LY13 JCU shows 16 tests with a 68.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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