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PL05 NHB

2005 Renault Kangoo

Red Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Sep 2026
Tests26 (18 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

45,777 mi
Last recorded45,777 miles
Recorded on10 Sep 2025
Typical for 2005 Renault Kangoo78,540 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPL05 NHB
MakeRenault
ModelKangoo
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

18 pass 8 fail
Pass 10 Sep 2025 45,777 miles
Fail 9 Sep 2025 45,776 miles

Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 26 Sep 2024 45,084 miles
Fail 26 Sep 2024 45,084 miles

Exhaust system insecure Backbox mounts (6.1.2 (a))

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

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively Both (3.4 (b) (ii))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 25 Sep 2023 44,260 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2023 44,260 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Hazard warning switch inoperative (4.4.2 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 8 Sep 2022 43,758 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2021 43,341 miles
Fail 25 Aug 2021 43,341 miles

Rear Exhaust system insecure Rubber mount split (6.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 20 Aug 2020 42,832 miles

Front Tyres slightly perished

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

Pass 15 Aug 2019 42,584 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 21 Aug 2018 41,573 miles
Fail 21 Aug 2018 41,573 miles

Nearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Position lamp switch allows the rear position lamps to be switched off when the headlamps are on (4.2.2 (a))

Pass 16 May 2018 40,996 miles
Pass 4 May 2017 37,918 miles
Fail 4 May 2017 37,918 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 3 May 2016 34,855 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2015 32,106 miles
Pass 9 May 2014 24,189 miles
Pass 9 May 2013 19,509 miles
Fail 9 May 2013 19,503 miles

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

Pass 28 May 2012 16,017 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 31 May 2011 7,457 miles
Fail 31 May 2011 7,457 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Pass 6 May 2010 6,549 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2008 1,654 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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PL05 NHB is a 2005 Renault Kangoo in Red with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 PL05 NHB, 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.

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What year was PL05 NHB registered?

PL05 NHB is a 2005 Renault Kangoo, first registered on 24 August 2005.

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