2004 Renault Kangoo 1.9L Diesel · FA53 HGE

The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness profile, though the most recent MOT is now over three years old. The final test on 13 January 2023 at 149,439 miles resulted in a pass with no recorded defects, indicating the vehicle met minimum safety standards at that point in time. However, because the current date is July 2026, the vehicle is operating without a valid certificate, which significantly increases the risk of undetected mechanical degradation or critical safety failures since the last official inspection. The mileage pattern remains consistent with a 22-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 6,800 miles per year. The record shows a gap of 20,482 miles between the January 2022 test at 128,957 miles and the January 2023 test at 149,439 miles. This suggests regular annual use rather than long periods of stationary storage. The lack of advisories in the last two tests implies that the previous owner maintained basic components or that the tester overlooked minor wear during those specific inspections. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the structural integrity, given the vehicle's age and the lapse in documented testing. Focus specifically on the sills, floor pans, and subframe for structural corrosion, which are common failure points for Renault Kangoos of this era. Examine the suspension bushes and coil springs for fatigue, and check the brake discs for deep pitting or excessive thinning. Since no defects have been recorded for several years, the current state of the rubber components, exhaust system, and tyre treads must be verified manually to ensure no significant issues have developed in the absence of recent testing.