2011 Renault Kangoo 1.5L Diesel · MJ61 ADU
2011 Renault Kangoo (1.5L, diesel). First registered 01/11/2011. Recorded mileage 133,613 miles. MOT valid until 09/03/2027. Taxed until 01/06/2027.
- Make & Model
- RENAULT KANGOO
- Year / Origin
- 2011 · Manchester & Merseyside
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 09/03/2027
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01/06/2027)
- Recorded Mileage
- 133,613 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- DIESEL · 1.5L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- DIESEL
- Year
- 2011
- Engine
- 1461cc
AI-generated interpretation of this vehicle’s MOT record — not an official statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
MJ61 ADU Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 05/03/2026
- 133,613 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- 2 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring tyres items (4 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MOT Roadworthiness: Good
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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MJ61 ADU Mileage History
- 02/02/2023111,516 mi
- 02/02/2023111,517 mi+1 mi
- 31/01/2024119,984 mi+8,467 mi
- 10/03/2025127,938 mi+7,954 mi
- 05/03/2026133,613 mi+5,675 mi
Average of roughly 7,161 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
MJ61 ADU MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2011 Renault Kangoo (MJ61 ADU) between February 2023 and March 2026.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 05 March 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (4 issues), Brakes (2 issues), Steering (2 issues), Lighting (1 issue), Suspension (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 8 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
Recorded failure items include: “Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt both front outer (6.1”; “Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))”.
Buyer's Guide & Inspection Advisory
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Our Verdict
Proceed with caution on this 2011 Renaul
A pre-purchase inspection by an independent garage familiar with Renault commercial vehicles is strongly advisable before buying. The 2023 fail flagged a leaking clutch pipe, and although the vehicle has subsequently passed two MOTs, there is no MOT evidence the clutch hydraulic system was repaired to a verifiable standard — confirm with the seller whether this was addressed and request any invoices. The persistent steering rack inner joint play advisory across the 2025 and 2026 tests indicates a developing wear item that will likely need replacement soon; obtain a quote for a replacement rack or inner tie rod before negotiating the price. Inspect the underside for oil leaks, corrosion on the rear coil spring area (a replacement spring was effectively required at the 2023 fail), and check the front outer CV boots for fresh grease deposits or splits, as the advisory in 2026 explicitly noted severe deterioration.
The 1.5 dCi Renault Kangoo typically returns around 50-55 mpg in mixed use, which is economical for a vehicle of this size, though real-world figures on a high-mileage example can fall noticeably short of book figures. Road tax falls into a reasonable band for this engine size and CO2 output, but the vehicle is now well beyond the six-year VED exemption, so expect a standard diesel rate. Insurance is generally modest given the Kangoo's commercial vehicle classification, typically sitting in lower insurance groups. Allow roughly £800-£1,100 per year for fuel, tax, insurance, and routine maintenance, plus a contingency budget of £300-£500 for the steering and drivetrain items flagged in the MOT record.
On inspection, pay particular attention to the steering rack inner joints, as play has been recorded at the last two MOT tests in 2025 and 2026 — turn the wheel lock-to-lock with the wheels off the ground and listen for clonking or feel for sloppiness. Examine both front outer CV boots carefully for splits or grease contamination, given the severe deterioration advisory at the most recent test. Check the rear coil springs for fracture or sagging (a spring was effectively failed at the 2023 test), and inspect tyres for uneven inner or outer edge wear which would point to alignment or suspension issues. Finally, verify the clutch hydraulic system for any residual leakage from the pipe and reservoir area, as a leak was flagged at the 2023 fail, and ensure the brake fluid was replaced at that time.
This diesel Renault Kangoo has covered 133,613 miles across five recorded MOT tests since 2023, averaging roughly 7,300 miles per year over the visible testing window. The record includes one outright failure in February 2023 covering brake fluid, drive shaft boot, rear coil spring, tyres, a registration plate lamp, and discoloured rear indicators, plus repeat advisories for steering rack inner joint play and front outer drive shaft boot deterioration in 2025 and 2026. While two recent tests have passed, the pattern of undercarriage and steering advisories suggests this van has accrued wear consistent with its age and mileage.
No aggregate MOT reliability data is available for the Renault Kangoo model in this dataset, so broader model-level reliability patterns cannot be referenced. The individual record here shows a mixture of routine wear items and drivetrain advisories consistent with a high-mileage diesel commercial vehicle of this age.
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