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ST52 DFN

2003 Renault Kangoo

White Diesel 1461cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Aug 2016
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

145,214 mi
Last recorded145,214 miles
Recorded on20 Aug 2015
Typical for 2003 Renault Kangoo78,369 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationST52 DFN
MakeRenault
ModelKangoo
Year2003
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,461cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 Aug 2015 145,214 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

high level stop light inop

n/s/r tyre cracking on side wall

Fail 18 Aug 2015 145,214 miles

Brake load sensing valve linkage seized (3.6.E.3)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

high level stop light inop

n/s/r tyre cracking on side wall

Pass 11 Jun 2014 134,240 miles

Nearside Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Fail 9 Jun 2014 134,240 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

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

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 5 Feb 2013 116,901 miles

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

Nearside Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

front brake discs worn

Fail 4 Aug 2011 97,609 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

play in n/s/f steering arm

Pass 4 Aug 2011 97,609 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

play in n/s/f steering arm

Pass 30 Jul 2010 87,592 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Nearside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

offside rear tyre is starting to split in tread

Pass 3 Mar 2007 80,145 miles
Fail 26 Feb 2007 79,474 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

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

Pass 21 Feb 2006 54,704 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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ST52 DFN is a 2003 Renault Kangoo in White with a 1,461cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

Across all 2003 Renault Kangoo models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.5% with a typical mileage of 78,369 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 ST52 DFN, 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 23 years old, this Renault Kangoo is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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ST52 DFN is a 2003 Renault Kangoo, first registered on 18 January 2003.

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