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RX55 NAE

2005 Renault Kangoo

Maroon Petrol 1149cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Jan 2027
Tests23 (14 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate60.9%

Mileage

45,198 mi
Last recorded45,198 miles
Recorded on31 Dec 2025
Typical for 2005 Renault Kangoo78,540 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRX55 NAE
MakeRenault
ModelKangoo
Year2005
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,149cc

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MOT History

14 pass 9 fail
Pass 31 Dec 2025 45,198 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

all brake flexi ferrulls corroded

front o/s n/s shockers and lower arms corroded

Fail 29 Dec 2025 45,197 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded and likely to fail (1.1.12 (f) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

all brake flexi ferrulls corroded

front o/s n/s shockers and lower arms corroded

Pass 21 Dec 2024 43,898 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

all brake flexi hose collars corroded

exaust corroded

Pass 21 Dec 2023 43,627 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2023 43,268 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Registration plate lamp throwing direct white light to the rear (4.7.1 (a))

fuel pipes perished

Fail 4 Jan 2023 43,268 miles

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Registration plate lamp throwing direct white light to the rear (4.7.1 (a))

fuel pipes perished

Pass 5 Feb 2022 42,985 miles

brake pipes

exhaust corroded and rubbers worn

fuel lines

hand brake cables corroded

n/s rear brake binding slightly

Pass 26 Jan 2021 41,971 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2020 40,971 miles
Fail 12 Feb 2020 40,969 miles

Exhaust silencer insecure rear exhaust rubbers perished (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Hazard warning switch inoperative (4.4.2 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

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

Nearside Rear Seat belt webbing significantly weakened (7.1.2 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 19 Nov 2014 21,305 miles
Fail 19 Nov 2014 21,296 miles

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 28 Nov 2013 17,584 miles

SILLS FLOOR CHASSI BRAKE PIPES REQ GREASE WAX OIL PREVENTIVE MAINTANACE REQ

Fail 27 Nov 2013 17,583 miles

Front Front drive shaft coupling flexible rubber or fabric coupling unit severely cracked (2.5.C.1d)

Front Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

dry and slightly rusty on chassis,body,fuel pipes and brake pipes all need cleaning and wax oiling throughout the vehicle to keep it in good condition and to protect it

Pass 17 Dec 2012 14,946 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Wheelchair conversion fitted

o/s & center rear seats not fitted

Fail 14 Dec 2012 14,945 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

Offside Rear Brake pipe inadequately clipped (3.6.B.1)

Wheelchair conversion fitted

Wheelchair conversion showing slight corrosion under vehicle

n/s/f disc slightly corroded on inside face

o/s & center rear seats not fitted

Fail 25 Jul 2011 13,881 miles

Centre Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

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

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

front discsc corroded

Pass 25 Jul 2011 13,881 miles

front discsc corroded

Pass 29 Sep 2010 12,292 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2009 9,562 miles
Fail 20 Nov 2009 9,562 miles

Nearside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Nearside front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Offside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Fail 1 Dec 2008 7,296 miles

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

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

Pass 1 Dec 2008 7,296 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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RX55 NAE is a 2005 Renault Kangoo in Maroon with a 1,149cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60.9%.

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 RX55 NAE, 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 RX55 NAE registered?

RX55 NAE is a 2005 Renault Kangoo, first registered on 23 December 2005.

Is RX55 NAE safe to buy?

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