2017 Renault Kangoo 1.5L Diesel · CV17 NXB

The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness profile, though the maintenance history reveals a pattern of reactive rather than proactive care. The most recent recorded test in March 2022 at 55,376 miles passed following a significant failure just one day prior. While the vehicle has maintained its legal road status, the recurring advisories regarding suspension components and brake wear suggest that the previous owner only addressed faults once they reached the point of inspection failure rather than performing preventative maintenance on wear items. At 55,376 miles over nine years, the Kangoo has averaged approximately 6,153 miles per year, which is consistent with light-duty usage for a commercial van. However, there is a concerning gap in the records following the March 2022 test. With the current date being June 2026, the vehicle has not undergone a recorded MOT in over four years. This extended period without testing means the current state of the aging rubber components, braking system, and structural integrity is unknown and carries significant risk of de-seated faults despite the low annual mileage. A buyer must conduct a close physical inspection of the rear suspension, specifically the axle swivel pins and bushes, which were flagged as worn in both 2021 and 2022. These components showed a trend of gradual degradation that likely requires replacement to prevent handling instability or uneven tyre wear. The braking system also shows a history of fluctuating discs and thin pads as of 2021; therefore, the discs should be checked for thinning, pitting, or excessive scoring to ensure they have not deteriorated further since the last recorded mileage. Given the history of exposed ply cords on the tyres in 2022, the current condition of all four tyres must be verified for safety, as the previous owner clearly neglected basic consumable upkeep. The recurring mention of shields restricting access to certain components makes a visual check for structural corrosion on the underbody difficult. Particular attention should be paid to the body undertrays and mounting points to ensure that the long period of standing has not led to hidden rust that was shielded from the MOT tester.