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R442 SCU

1998 Renault Kangoo

Blue Diesel 1870cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Mar 2010
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

Typical for 1998 Renault Kangoo107,393 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR442 SCU
MakeRenault
ModelKangoo
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,870cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Mar 2009
Pass 28 Sep 2007
Pass 14 Oct 2006 104,204 miles
Fail 12 Oct 2006 104,204 miles

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Front registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage fractured (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage fractured (2.4.G.1)

Offside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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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R442 SCU is a 1998 Renault Kangoo in Blue with a 1,870cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1998 Renault Kangoo models, the average MOT pass rate is 61.5% with a typical mileage of 107,393 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 R442 SCU, 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 28 years old, this Renault Kangoo is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of R442 SCU?

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What year was R442 SCU registered?

R442 SCU is a 1998 Renault Kangoo, first registered on 26 June 1998.

Is R442 SCU safe to buy?

The MOT history for R442 SCU shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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