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RX05 EFU

2005 Renault Kangoo

Green Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Feb 2027
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

84,283 mi
Last recorded84,283 miles
Recorded on13 Feb 2026
Typical for 2005 Renault Kangoo78,540 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRX05 EFU
MakeRenault
ModelKangoo
Year2005
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Feb 2026 84,283 miles
Fail 13 Feb 2026 84,283 miles

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Jan 2025 81,537 miles

Offside Rear tyre cracking

Pass 17 Jan 2024 78,536 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2023 73,723 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2022 72,021 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 1 Feb 2021 67,651 miles
Fail 27 Jan 2021 67,651 miles

Central Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Entrance/exit door defective in operation (9.1.1 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 12 Feb 2020 66,789 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 12 Feb 2019 65,649 miles
Fail 11 Feb 2019 65,649 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage insecurely attached (5.3.3 (a) (i))

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 14 Feb 2018 64,318 miles

Rear tyres cracking

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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RX05 EFU is a 2005 Renault Kangoo in Green with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 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 RX05 EFU, 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 RX05 EFU registered?

RX05 EFU is a 2005 Renault Kangoo, first registered on 10 May 2005.

Is RX05 EFU safe to buy?

The MOT history for RX05 EFU shows 12 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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