2012 Renault Kangoo 1.5L Diesel · MK12 ELW

The vehicle maintains a roadworthy status but the maintenance history reveals a pattern of reactive repairs rather than proactive care. The most recent test in December 2025 at 52,377 miles identified new mechanical concerns including play in the steering rack inner joints and pitted rear brake discs. While the vehicle passed, the appearance of steering component issues following previous-related failures suggests a worsening mechanical trend where components are only addressed once they reach a point of failure or significant advisory status. The mileage profile is notably low for a 14-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 3,741 miles per year with a recorded total of 52,377 miles. The data shows consistent annual progression, with roughly 2,600 to 3,000 miles driven between tests from 2023 to 2025. This low usage rate often masks mechanical wear on the engine but frequently accelerates the degradation of rubber-based components due to age, as evidenced by the recurring perished tyres and split CV boots noted in the record. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the braking system and underbody. The record from 2024 flagged corroded brake pipes on both rears covered in grease, which requires a close look to ensure the rust has not progressed into structural thinning. The steering rack inner joints flagged in the December 2025 test necessitate a road test to check for excessive play or knocking noises. Additionally, the history of nearside front outer CV boot failures and perished tyres indicates that the vehicle's rubber components are suffering from dry rot due to the low mileage and age.