2005 Renault Kangoo 1.5L Diesel · SE54 AUA

The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness status, though the record shows a significant gap in testing. The most recent MOT conducted in January 2023 at 139,244 miles passed with no defects recorded, indicating the vehicle met all minimum safety standards at that time. However, because no test has been recorded for over three years since that entry, the current mechanical and structural integrity remains unverified. This long interval suggests the vehicle may have sat stationary or the owner has neglected the annual legal testing requirement. The mileage pattern is consistent with a low-useage vehicle of its age, averaging approximately 6,600 miles per year. Between January 2021 and January 2023, the vehicle covered 4,032 miles, moving from 135,212 to 139,244 miles. This low rate of accumulation typically reduces wear on the drivetrain and engine components compared to high-mileage vans. The lack of data between 2023 and 2026 raises concerns about risks associated with long periods of standing, which often causes rubber components to perish and fluids to degrade. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the chassis and suspension system due to the age of the vehicle. Older Renault Kangos are prone to structural corrosion in the sills, wheel arches, and subframe mounting points which cannot be confirmed from the digital record alone. Given the vehicle failed tests in 2021 and 2023 without specific recorded defects, these failures were likely related to minor items like light bulbs or wiper blades that were rectified quickly. Inspect for binding brake calipers and perished tyres, as these components often seize or degrade during the periods of inactivity implied by the mileage history.