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RN54 XHU

2005 Renault Kangoo

Red Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Mar 2027
Tests30 (18 pass, 12 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

76,968 mi
Last recorded76,968 miles
Recorded on18 Mar 2026
Typical for 2005 Renault Kangoo78,540 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRN54 XHU
MakeRenault
ModelKangoo
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

18 pass 12 fail
Pass 18 Mar 2026 76,968 miles
Fail 26 Sep 2025 76,957 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Offside Front Anti-lock braking system component excessively damaged (1.6 (e))

Pass 1 Oct 2024 75,638 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 26 Sep 2023 74,757 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 26 Sep 2023 74,757 miles

Offside Front Inner Body component insecure wing fouling the tyre (6.2.1 (a) (i))

Rear Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 30 Sep 2022 73,772 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 1 Oct 2021 72,672 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 1 Oct 2020 72,223 miles
Fail 29 Sep 2020 72,223 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Pass 3 Oct 2019 71,220 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2018 69,703 miles
Fail 3 Oct 2018 69,703 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Pass 19 Sep 2017 67,471 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2016 65,219 miles
Fail 5 Oct 2016 65,219 miles

Nearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

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

Pass 6 Oct 2015 62,416 miles
Fail 2 Oct 2015 62,416 miles

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

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

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

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

Pass 2 Oct 2014 58,990 miles
Fail 2 Oct 2014 58,990 miles

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

Offside Front Electrical wiring insecure (1.9.2a)

Pass 19 Sep 2013 55,490 miles

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

Fail 18 Sep 2013 55,490 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Pass 28 Sep 2012 52,631 miles
Fail 27 Sep 2012 52,631 miles

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

Pass 4 Oct 2011 48,927 miles
Fail 30 Sep 2011 48,927 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecurely mounted to its housing (2.5.C.1a)

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

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecurely mounted to its housing (2.5.C.1a)

interior lights on dash flashing

o/s/f fog light glass cracked

o/srand n/s/r wheel caps missing

Pass 27 Sep 2010 44,542 miles
Fail 25 Sep 2009 36,128 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 25 Sep 2009 36,128 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2008 28,176 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2008 28,176 miles

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

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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RN54 XHU is a 2005 Renault Kangoo in Red with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 30 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 RN54 XHU, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was RN54 XHU registered?

RN54 XHU is a 2005 Renault Kangoo, first registered on 9 February 2005.

Is RN54 XHU safe to buy?

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