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YU53 VLJ

2004 Renault Kangoo

White Diesel 1461cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Sep 2014
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

141,362 mi
Last recorded141,362 miles
Recorded on26 Sep 2013
Typical for 2004 Renault Kangoo78,169 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYU53 VLJ
MakeRenault
ModelKangoo
Year2004
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,461cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Sep 2013 141,362 miles

Brake load sensing valve stiff (3.6.E.3)

Nearside Outer Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

windscreen has damage but not effecting drivers view

Pass 24 Sep 2012 130,001 miles

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

Outer Front Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 21 Mar 2011 127,947 miles

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

Fail 21 Apr 2010 104,666 miles

Nearside Inner Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Nearside Outer Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 21 Apr 2010 104,666 miles
Pass 22 May 2009 101,706 miles

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

Offside Inner Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Fail 22 May 2009 101,706 miles

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

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

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

Offside Inner Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 30 Apr 2008 82,061 miles

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

Pass 16 Mar 2007 62,773 miles

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

Fail 16 Mar 2007 62,773 miles

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

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

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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YU53 VLJ is a 2004 Renault Kangoo in White with a 1,461cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

Across all 2004 Renault Kangoo models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.2% with a typical mileage of 78,169 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 YU53 VLJ, 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 22 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 YU53 VLJ registered?

YU53 VLJ is a 2004 Renault Kangoo, first registered on 27 February 2004.

Is YU53 VLJ safe to buy?

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