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NU61 VDG

2012 Renault Kangoo

White Diesel 1461cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Aug 2024
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

174,231 mi
Last recorded174,231 miles
Recorded on7 Aug 2023
Typical for 2012 Renault Kangoo83,257 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNU61 VDG
MakeRenault
ModelKangoo
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,461cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 7 Aug 2023 174,231 miles

Central Front undertray fitted

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

exhaust system corroded

Pass 25 Jul 2022 165,979 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2021 162,062 miles
Fail 5 Aug 2021 162,062 miles

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

Stop lamp(s) remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 22 Jul 2020 160,961 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2019 160,210 miles

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides front on limit and wearing outer edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 19 Jul 2019 160,207 miles

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

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides front on limit and wearing outer edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 18 Jul 2018 152,124 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2018 152,124 miles

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

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

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 22inch (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 18 Jul 2017 142,422 miles

nail in near side front tyre

Fail 18 Jul 2017 142,422 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device missing (7.2.4a)

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

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

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

nail in near side front tyre

Pass 1 Aug 2016 130,915 miles
Fail 1 Aug 2016 130,915 miles

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 30 Jul 2015 118,328 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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NU61 VDG is a 2012 Renault Kangoo in White with a 1,461cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

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 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 NU61 VDG, 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.

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What year was NU61 VDG registered?

NU61 VDG is a 2012 Renault Kangoo, first registered on 9 February 2012.

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