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OU05 XVL

2005 Renault Kangoo

Grey Diesel 1461cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Apr 2021
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

129,245 mi
Last recorded129,245 miles
Recorded on31 Mar 2020
Typical for 2005 Renault Kangoo78,540 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOU05 XVL
MakeRenault
ModelKangoo
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,461cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 31 Mar 2020 129,245 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 30 Mar 2020 129,239 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

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

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Apr 2019 123,848 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2018 98,946 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2018 98,943 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 17 Mar 2017 88,970 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt inner (2.5.C.1a)

Fail 17 Mar 2017 88,963 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt inner (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 11 Apr 2016 84,357 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2015 77,883 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2014 70,015 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2013 62,409 miles
Fail 14 Feb 2013 62,409 miles

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

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 29 Feb 2012 54,503 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2011 46,247 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2010 39,691 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2009 32,333 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2008 25,664 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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OU05 XVL is a 2005 Renault Kangoo in Grey with a 1,461cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 OU05 XVL, 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 OU05 XVL registered?

OU05 XVL is a 2005 Renault Kangoo, first registered on 2 March 2005.

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