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R914 AKP

1998 Renault Kangoo

White Diesel 1870cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Nov 2014
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

124,389 mi
Last recorded124,389 miles
Recorded on21 Nov 2013
Typical for 1998 Renault Kangoo107,393 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR914 AKP
MakeRenault
ModelKangoo
Year1998
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,870cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 21 Nov 2013 124,389 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2012 118,591 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Oil leak

Fail 17 Oct 2011 110,835 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Oil leak

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

nearside front disc worn

offside front disc worn

Pass 17 Oct 2011 110,835 miles

Oil leak

nearside front disc worn

offside front disc worn

Pass 7 Oct 2010 102,966 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2009 94,078 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2008 85,748 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting corroded but its strength is not seriously reduced (2.4.G.1)

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

Fail 25 Apr 2008 85,748 miles

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

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

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting corroded but its strength is not seriously reduced (2.4.G.1)

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

Pass 15 Jun 2007 84,506 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2007 84,506 miles

Rear wheel cylinder has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 6 Jun 2006 75,148 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2006 75,148 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Rear 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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R914 AKP is a 1998 Renault Kangoo in White with a 1,870cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 R914 AKP, 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

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What year was R914 AKP registered?

R914 AKP is a 1998 Renault Kangoo, first registered on 20 April 1998.

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