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RA55 GXW

2005 Renault Kangoo

Grey Diesel 1461cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Nov 2012
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

234,206 mi
Last recorded234,206 miles
Recorded on10 Nov 2011
Typical for 2005 Renault Kangoo78,540 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRA55 GXW
MakeRenault
ModelKangoo
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,461cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Nov 2011 234,206 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2010 199,724 miles
Fail 11 Nov 2010 199,724 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Nearside Rear Seat belt insecurely fixed to the seat (5.2.1a)

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 9 Nov 2009 158,770 miles
Fail 6 Nov 2009 158,770 miles

Nearside Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

front brake pads very worn

Pass 25 Nov 2008 116,016 miles

Both rear seat belts slow to retract

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

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Fail 25 Nov 2008 116,016 miles

Both rear seat belts slow to retract

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

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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RA55 GXW is a 2005 Renault Kangoo in Grey with a 1,461cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 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 RA55 GXW, 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 RA55 GXW registered?

RA55 GXW is a 2005 Renault Kangoo, first registered on 25 November 2005.

Is RA55 GXW safe to buy?

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