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R896 JGX

1998 Renault Kangoo

White Diesel 1870cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Dec 2008
Tests6 (3 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

155,373 mi
Last recorded155,373 miles
Recorded on6 Dec 2007
Typical for 1998 Renault Kangoo107,393 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR896 JGX
MakeRenault
ModelKangoo
Year1998
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,870cc

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MOT History

3 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Dec 2007 155,373 miles

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

Non obligatory mirror damaged

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

Fail 4 Dec 2007 155,373 miles

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

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

Non obligatory mirror damaged

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

Pass 26 Oct 2006 147,023 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Oil leak

Rear Brake load sensing valve linkage stiff (3.6.E.3)

airbag light on

nearside mirror glass cracked not affecting view to rear

some wear/ play in steering rack

wiper blades poor condition

Fail 25 Oct 2006 147,022 miles

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Non obligatory mirror damaged

Oil leak

Rear Brake load sensing valve linkage stiff (3.6.E.3)

airbag light on

some wear /play in steering rack

wiper blades poor condition

Fail 3 Oct 2006 146,600 miles

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has excessive movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

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

Offside Front Macpherson strut has excessive movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Airbag light staying on.

N/s wing mirror damaged but not affecting view to rear.

N/s/f shockabsorber weeping.

Oil leak

Some wear/play in steering rack.

Wiper blades poor condition.

Pass 18 Nov 2005 137,961 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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R896 JGX is a 1998 Renault Kangoo in White with a 1,870cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 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 R896 JGX, 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.

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What year was R896 JGX registered?

R896 JGX is a 1998 Renault Kangoo, first registered on 4 June 1998.

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