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YJ61 GSU

2011 Renault Kangoo

Grey Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Dec 2026
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

16,713 mi
Last recorded16,713 miles
Recorded on15 Dec 2025
Typical for 2011 Renault Kangoo85,175 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYJ61 GSU
MakeRenault
ModelKangoo
Year2011
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 15 Dec 2025 16,713 miles

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

all four tyres cracking

Pass 13 Dec 2024 16,659 miles

both the n/s front and rear tyre cracking in side wall

middle exhaust section corroded

surface corrosion around suspension

Pass 11 Dec 2023 16,560 miles

Nearside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Front headlamp starting to deteriorate

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

Offside Rear Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

fuel hose to fuel tank deteriorating

Fail 9 Dec 2023 16,557 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

Nearside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Front headlamp starting to deteriorate

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

Offside Rear Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

fuel hose to fuel tank deteriorating

Pass 19 Nov 2022 15,878 miles

Mid exhaust boxes a bit rusty but not blowing

Fail 19 Nov 2022 15,878 miles

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

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

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

Mid exhaust boxes a bit rusty but not blowing

Pass 4 Dec 2021 12,723 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2020 10,078 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2019 9,255 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2018 8,656 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2018 7,930 miles
Fail 4 Apr 2018 7,930 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 29 Mar 2017 7,181 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2016 6,404 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2015 5,522 miles
Fail 16 Apr 2015 5,522 miles

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

Pass 25 Jun 2014 4,841 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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YJ61 GSU is a 2011 Renault Kangoo in Grey with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

Across all 2011 Renault Kangoo models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.5% with a typical mileage of 85,175 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 YJ61 GSU, 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 15 years old, this Renault Kangoo is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was YJ61 GSU registered?

YJ61 GSU is a 2011 Renault Kangoo, first registered on 1 September 2011.

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