2005 Renault Kangoo 1.5L Diesel · HX55 GOC

The vehicle's MOT history shows a concerning trend of consecutive failures without recorded specific defects, suggesting a pattern of inconsistent maintenance or repeated failures on minor, non-specified items. The most recent recorded entry from January 2022 shows a failure at 96,304 miles, which is the final data point available. This lack of recent testing data is a significant concern given the current date of July 2026, as the vehicle has been operating without a valid MOT for over four years. The mileage profile indicates very low usage for a 21-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 4,586 miles per year. However, the data shows an unusual concentration of activity between November 2021 and January 2022. The vehicle recorded three separate failures within a span of just 52 days, moving from 96,243 miles in November to 96,304 miles in January. This rapid succession of failures suggests the vehicle was being driven to address specific issues or was struggling to meet minimum standards during a period of light use. A prospective buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection to determine the current state of the vehicle. The absence of recorded advisories in the recent history does not guarantee the condition of critical components. You should specifically examine the chassis for structural corrosion, particularly around the rear axle and subframes, which is common on older Renault models. The suspension system, including bushes, coil springs, and shock absorbers, requires close scrutiny to ensure the low mileage has not resulted in perished rubber components from long periods of standing. The braking system also warrants a detailed check. Given the previous failures, you should inspect the brake discs for heavy pitting and the calipers for signs of binding or seized pistons. Since the vehicle has not had a documented MOT since early 2022, there is a high probability that consumable items like tyres, wiper blades, and various fluid levels have degraded due to age and inactivity rather than wear.