2019 Renault Kangoo 1.5L Diesel · NV19 NZO

A pattern of front‑end suspension wear and tyre degradation dominates the MOT record, with major failures recorded for the off‑side front suspension arm ball joint in March 2026 and split constant‑velocity boots on both front drive‑shaft joints in March 2024, alongside a dangerous off‑side front tyre showing exposed cords at the same time. The most recent MOT entry on 17 March 2026 also shows a pass with no defects recorded, indicating that the noted failures were addressed before the final test that day. The odometer reads 71,980 mi after roughly seven years, averaging about 10,300 mi per year – a figure that sits within normal private‑use expectations. The annual mileage does not suggest excessive short‑trip wear, but the relatively steady accumulation means that consumables such as tyres, suspension bushings and CV joints have been subjected to typical wear cycles. No large gaps appear in the testing chronology, so the mileage progression aligns with the timing of the recorded defects. When inspecting the front suspension, feel for any looseness or knocking when the steering wheel is turned at low speed and listen for clunking over bumps, which would indicate lingering ball‑joint wear despite the recorded repair. Examine the CV boot condition by looking for cracks, tears or oil residue around the inner and outer joints on both sides; a split boot can allow dirt ingress that accelerates joint failure, so any signs of grease leakage or rusted splines should be flagged. The tyre history warrants a close visual check of all four tyres for tread depth, sidewall integrity and any exposed cords; the previously dangerous off‑side front tyre should now be replaced, and the near‑side rear and front tyres noted as close to the legal limit in 2025 and 2024 respectively should be measured to confirm they remain above the minimum tread depth. Given the recurrence of front‑end wear items, a thorough test‑drive should include a straight‑line pull test to detect steering pull, a gentle brake application to verify consistent pedal feel, and a low‑speed crawl over a speed‑bump to expose any suspension chatter. Confirm that the off‑side rear registration‑plate lamp functions correctly, as it was previously inoperative. If the front suspension ball joint, CV boots and tyres all appear sound and no new noises are evident, the vehicle can be considered roadworthy, but budgeting for a fresh set of tyres and a preventative inspection of the front suspension and drive‑shaft boots would be prudent before committing to purchase.