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VU56 UZN

2006 Renault Kangoo

Red Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Jun 2027
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

60,042 mi
Last recorded60,042 miles
Recorded on18 May 2026
Typical for 2006 Renault Kangoo76,523 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVU56 UZN
MakeRenault
ModelKangoo
Year2006
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 May 2026 60,042 miles

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

Pass 9 Jun 2025 57,060 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2024 54,022 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2023 51,140 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2022 47,121 miles

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

Rear Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))

Fail 8 Jun 2022 47,121 miles

Central Rear Seat belt buckle not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (d))

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

Rear Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))

Pass 8 Jun 2021 43,451 miles
Fail 8 Jun 2021 43,449 miles

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

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

Pass 11 Jun 2020 40,813 miles

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

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

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Pass 14 Jun 2019 38,108 miles

Central Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt & Nearside Rear

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

Pass 14 Jun 2018 34,145 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Pass 9 Jun 2017 30,256 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2016 26,522 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Pass 19 Aug 2015 23,833 miles

Rear exhaust mountings deteriorated

Pass 13 Aug 2014 21,279 miles
Fail 13 Aug 2014 21,729 miles

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 16 Aug 2013 20,486 miles

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

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

both front wiper blades split

Pass 17 Aug 2012 19,684 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2011 18,214 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2010 16,594 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2009 13,940 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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VU56 UZN is a 2006 Renault Kangoo in Red with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 2006 Renault Kangoo models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.0% with a typical mileage of 76,523 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 VU56 UZN, 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 20 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 VU56 UZN registered?

VU56 UZN is a 2006 Renault Kangoo, first registered on 19 September 2006.

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