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RJ04 ELS

2009 Renault Kangoo

Blue Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Sep 2026
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

38,862 mi
Last recorded38,862 miles
Recorded on29 Aug 2025
Typical for 2009 Renault Kangoo67,898 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRJ04 ELS
MakeRenault
ModelKangoo
Year2009
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 29 Aug 2025 38,862 miles

Nearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 2 Sep 2024 31,104 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2023 23,492 miles

Offside exhaust tail pipe slightly corroded

Pass 2 Dec 2022 21,497 miles
Pass 26 May 2022 20,630 miles
Fail 26 May 2022 20,630 miles

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

Pass 20 May 2021 19,206 miles
Fail 20 May 2021 19,206 miles

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

Pass 3 Jun 2020 18,656 miles
Pass 31 May 2019 17,666 miles
Fail 30 May 2019 17,664 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure side wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 25 May 2018 15,825 miles
Pass 31 May 2017 14,760 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2016 13,181 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2014 12,959 miles
Fail 5 Dec 2014 12,958 miles

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

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

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

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

Fail 7 Apr 2014 12,019 miles

Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 7 Apr 2014 12,019 miles
Pass 14 May 2013 9,920 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2012 7,727 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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RJ04 ELS is a 2009 Renault Kangoo in Blue with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2009 Renault Kangoo models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.9% with a typical mileage of 67,898 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 RJ04 ELS, 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 17 years old, this Renault Kangoo is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was RJ04 ELS registered?

RJ04 ELS is a 2009 Renault Kangoo, first registered on 4 August 2009.

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