2011 Renault Kangoo 1.5L Diesel · BN61 KXH

The vehicle is currently roadworthy but the maintenance history reveals a concerning trend of deferred safety-critical repairs. While it passed its most recent test in November 2025 at 135,849 miles, it had failed that same session due to a persistent airbag fault and suspension corrosion. The failure to rectify the supplementary restraint system warning lamp between the 2024 and 2025 tests suggests the owner only addressed the minimum requirements for compliance rather than performing proactive maintenance. At 135,849 miles, this fifteen-year-old Renault averages approximately 9,000 miles per year, which aligns with typical usage for a vehicle of this age. The mileage accumulation shows consistent intervals, with roughly 7,300 miles driven between the 2023 and 2024 tests, and another 5,000 miles in the following year. This regular use indicates the vehicle has not been left stationary for long periods, which often leads to the accelerated degradation of rubber components and brake seals. A buyer must conduct a thorough inspection of the front suspension geometry. The November 2025 record flagged corrosion on both the nearside and offside front lower suspension arms. Although the tester deemed this not seriously weakened at the time, surface rust on structural components often progresses rapidly on older vans exposed to road salt. You should check for deep pitting on the arm mounts and ensure the rubber bushes are not perished or torn, which would cause handling instability. The recurring failure regarding the supplementary restraint system remains a primary concern. The airbag warning lamp appeared in both the 2024 and 2025 failures, indicating an underlying electronic or sensor fault that was simply reset or ignored. This is a significant safety risk that prevents the airbags from deploying in a collision. A professional diagnostic scan is required to identify the specific fault code before purchase, as repairs range from a simple sensor replacement to expensive airbag module replacement.