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NJ12 HMU

2012 Renault Kangoo

Grey Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Sep 2026
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

54,469 mi
Last recorded54,469 miles
Recorded on5 Sep 2025
Typical for 2012 Renault Kangoo83,257 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNJ12 HMU
MakeRenault
ModelKangoo
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 Sep 2025 54,469 miles

Direction indicator slightly discoloured both rear (4.4.3 (a))

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

Pass 23 Sep 2024 52,273 miles

Direction indicator slightly discoloured both rear (4.4.3 (a))

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

Fail 23 Sep 2024 52,269 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed 195/65/15 (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Direction indicator slightly discoloured both rear (4.4.3 (a))

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

Pass 26 Sep 2023 45,443 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2022 41,927 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2021 38,901 miles

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

Pass 3 Mar 2020 37,224 miles

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

Fail 3 Mar 2020 37,223 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 27 Feb 2019 33,481 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 20 Feb 2018 29,142 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2 mm (4.1.E.1)

Fail 19 Feb 2018 29,142 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2 mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 16 Mar 2017 26,495 miles
Pass 5 May 2016 22,347 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2015 22,096 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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NJ12 HMU 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 NJ12 HMU, 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 NJ12 HMU registered?

NJ12 HMU is a 2012 Renault Kangoo, first registered on 6 March 2012.

Is NJ12 HMU safe to buy?

The MOT history for NJ12 HMU shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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