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VU59 KFX

2009 Renault Kangoo

Grey Diesel 1461cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 May 2027
Tests22 (15 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate68.2%

Mileage

93,432 mi
Last recorded93,432 miles
Recorded on30 Apr 2026
Typical for 2009 Renault Kangoo67,898 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVU59 KFX
MakeRenault
ModelKangoo
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,461cc

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MOT History

15 pass 7 fail
Pass 30 Apr 2026 93,432 miles

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

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

Upper Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 16 May 2025 90,391 miles

Advise Brake Fluid Inspection, Unable To Clearly See Condition Of Brake Fluid In Clear Reservoir But Looks Deteriorated

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front To Rear Brake Pipes Going To Offside & Nearside Rear Brakes (1.1.11 (c))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Offside & Nearside Rear Brake Pipes (1.1.11 (c))

Central Rear Stop lamp(s) insecure (4.3.1 (c) (i))

Central Rear Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Direction indicator slightly discoloured Offside & Nearside Rear Indicators (4.4.3 (a))

Engine Auxiliary Drive Belt Deteriorated Advise Replacement

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Fail 16 May 2025 90,391 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit Smoke Value 1.05 (8.2.2.2 (a))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))

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

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid Offside & Nearside Front Washers (3.5 (a))

Tyre has ply or cords exposed Offside & Nearside Front Tyres, 195 65 15 (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm Offside & Nearside Front Tyres, 195 65 15 (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Advise Brake Fluid Inspection, Unable To Clearly See Condition Of Brake Fluid In Clear Reservoir But Looks Deteriorated

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front To Rear Brake Pipes Going To Offside & Nearside Rear Brakes (1.1.11 (c))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Offside & Nearside Rear Brake Pipes (1.1.11 (c))

Central Rear Stop lamp(s) insecure (4.3.1 (c) (i))

Central Rear Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Direction indicator slightly discoloured Offside & Nearside Rear Indicators (4.4.3 (a))

Engine Auxiliary Drive Belt Deteriorated Advise Replacement

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Windscreen wiper blade defective Unable To Test Wipers Due To Windscreen Washers Provides Insufficient Washer Liquid, Offside & Nearside Front Wiper Blades Split (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 29 Apr 2024 85,267 miles

Central Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge x2 (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 26 Apr 2024 85,263 miles

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

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

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Central Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge x2 (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 5 May 2023 77,251 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2022 76,020 miles
Pass 26 May 2022 74,653 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2021 74,433 miles
Fail 19 Aug 2021 74,433 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

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

Pass 18 Aug 2020 71,586 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Side walls cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Side walls perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Side walls cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Side walls perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 18 Aug 2020 71,586 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Side walls cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Side walls perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Side walls cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Side walls perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 21 Aug 2019 68,182 miles

Offside Front Nail in tyre ()

Pass 22 Aug 2018 64,360 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2018 64,352 miles

Exhaust emissions test aborted because smoke levels are significantly in excess of the specified limit values (8.2.2.2 (f))

Windscreen washer not working both (3.5 (a))

Pass 22 Aug 2017 60,781 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rearmost bush (2.4.G.2)

Fail 22 Aug 2017 60,781 miles

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft which forms part of the suspension coupling gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.4.G.4e)

Offside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rearmost bush (2.4.G.2)

nearside rear tyre sidewall degrading

offside front tyre sidewall degrading

Pass 23 Aug 2016 56,848 miles

both rear tyres perished

Pass 27 Aug 2015 50,993 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2013 37,695 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

centre brake light not working

wipers slightly smeer screen

Pass 3 Oct 2012 26,420 miles

centre brake light inopperative

Fail 3 Oct 2012 26,420 miles

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

centre brake light inopperative

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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VU59 KFX is a 2009 Renault Kangoo in Grey with a 1,461cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.2%.

Across all 2009 Renault Kangoo models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.9% with a typical mileage of 67,898 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 VU59 KFX, 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 17 years old, this Renault Kangoo is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was VU59 KFX registered?

VU59 KFX is a 2009 Renault Kangoo, first registered on 23 September 2009.

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