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V979 FGM

1999 Renault Kangoo

White Diesel 1870cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Aug 2012
Tests10 (6 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

Typical for 1999 Renault Kangoo96,761 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV979 FGM
MakeRenault
ModelKangoo
Year1999
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,870cc

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MOT History

6 pass 4 fail
Pass 15 Aug 2011

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 14 Jul 2010
Pass 30 Jul 2009

Nearside rear tyre wearing both edges.

Oil leak

Spare tyre tread illegal.

Three exhaust rubbers deteriorated.

Windscreen chipped.

Fail 29 Jul 2009

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

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

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

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

Nearside rear tyre wearing both edges.

Oil leak

Spare tyre tread illegal.

Three exhaust rubbers deteriorated.

Windscreen chipped.

Pass 25 Jul 2008 193,462 miles

Coolant expansion tank cap missing.

Coolant level low.

Minor oil leak.

Windscreen chipped.

Windscreen wiper blades slightly deteriorated.

Fail 25 Jul 2008 193,462 miles

Coolant expansion tank cap missing.

Coolant level low.

Minor oil leak.

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Windscreen chipped.

Windscreen wiper blades slightly deteriorated.

Pass 26 Jul 2007 186,833 miles

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

plastic inner wheel arch covers fitted

Fail 26 Jul 2007 186,833 miles

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

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

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

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

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

plastic inner wheel arch covers fitted

Pass 24 Nov 2005 175,750 miles
Fail 23 Nov 2005 175,750 miles

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

Offside Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Steering rack deformed but serviceable (2.2.C.1d)

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

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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V979 FGM is a 1999 Renault Kangoo in White with a 1,870cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 1999 Renault Kangoo models, the average MOT pass rate is 61.8% with a typical mileage of 96,761 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 V979 FGM, 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 27 years old, this Renault Kangoo is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was V979 FGM registered?

V979 FGM is a 1999 Renault Kangoo, first registered on 30 September 1999.

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