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SM61 RKS

2012 Renault Kangoo

Black Diesel 1461cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 May 2027
Tests18 (12 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

155,794 mi
Last recorded155,794 miles
Recorded on18 May 2026
Typical for 2012 Renault Kangoo83,257 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSM61 RKS
MakeRenault
ModelKangoo
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,461cc

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MOT History

12 pass 6 fail
Pass 18 May 2026 155,794 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material rear both (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting corroded but its strength is not seriously reduced rear both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened front both (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened front and rear shockers all (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 15 May 2026 155,794 miles

Parking brake inoperative on one side n/s rear (1.4.1 (a))

Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen n/s front (3.5 (a))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material rear both (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting corroded but its strength is not seriously reduced rear both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened front both (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened front and rear shockers all (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 25 Apr 2025 153,100 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material rear all (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 23 Apr 2025 153,089 miles

Brake pipe excessively corroded middle rear and o/s rear both pipes (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 23 Apr 2024 147,003 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material o/s rear both pipes (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 24 Apr 2023 142,348 miles

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

Fail 12 Apr 2023 142,339 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps BOTH (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

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

Pass 7 Apr 2022 132,037 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output BOTH OPAQUE (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly affected by the operation of another lamp SLIGHT BAD EARTH (4.4.3 (b))

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

Pass 1 Mar 2021 120,932 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both front discs worn and corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear indicator lamp showing white light

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

Fail 1 Mar 2021 120,932 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both front discs worn and corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear indicator lamp showing white light

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

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 4 Mar 2020 114,947 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 28 Jan 2019 105,700 miles
Fail 28 Jan 2019 105,700 miles

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 23 Jan 2018 92,789 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2017 76,593 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 25 Jan 2016 60,800 miles
Fail 23 Jan 2015 14,823 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 23 Jan 2015 14,823 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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SM61 RKS is a 2012 Renault Kangoo in Black with a 1,461cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2012 Renault Kangoo models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.0% with a typical mileage of 83,257 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 SM61 RKS, 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 14 years old, this Renault Kangoo is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was SM61 RKS registered?

SM61 RKS is a 2012 Renault Kangoo, first registered on 30 January 2012.

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