2014 Renault Kangoo 1.5L Diesel · MM64 KCE

The vehicle's most recent DVSA MOT test on 11 June 2025 resulted in a pass with no defects or advisories recorded, and the three preceding tests likewise returned clean passes. The only anomaly in the record is a fail dated 31 May 2023, which is noted on the same day as a pass; this strongly suggests the failure was addressed immediately and the vehicle was presented for a re-test later the same day, with no defects carried forward to the pass certificate. Across the entire visible MOT history, no advisory notes regarding brake condition, tyre wear, suspension components, exhaust integrity, or corrosion have been issued, which is a notably clean record for a commercial-derived family vehicle of this age and mileage. Overall, the maintenance trend is stable and consistent, indicating that the vehicle has likely been maintained to a satisfactory roadworthy standard and has not developed any recurring flagged issues under DVSA inspection. The recorded mileage of 118,687 miles over approximately 12 years equates to an annual average of around 9,891 miles, which is broadly typical for a vehicle of this class and age, particularly for a Kangoo that may have seen mixed urban and light commercial use. The mileage progression between tests is consistent and shows no extended periods of standing or sudden unexplained accumulation, which suggests regular, ongoing use rather than the calendar-related deterioration risks associated with low-mileage or stored vehicles. That said, a 12-year-old vehicle at this mileage will have consumed multiple sets of tyres, brake pads, and at least one set of brake discs, and the wear rate on suspension bushes, coil springs, and exhaust mounting points will be commensurate with steady daily use. Given the clean MOT record and the moderate-to-high mileage, a prospective buyer should focus inspection efforts on the consumable and age-related items that an MOT would not necessarily flag. Brake discs should be examined for lipping and corrosion, particularly if the vehicle has stood for any length of time, and calipers should be checked for binding or seized slider pins, which commonly cause uneven pad wear and pulling under braking. The 12-volt battery should be load-tested regardless of its apparent condition, as units beyond five years of age frequently fail without warning, and the charging system should be verified. Tyres require close scrutiny for both tread depth and, critically, sidewall perishing or cracking from age, as rubber compounds degrade with calendar age irrespective of mileage; any tyres older than five years should be regarded as a likely replacement item. Fluid condition and under-bonnet servicing evidence are equally important for a vehicle of this vintage. Coolant, brake fluid, and automatic or manual transmission oil should all be confirmed as recently renewed, as brake fluid in particular is hygroscopic and loses effectiveness over a two-to-three-year cycle, potentially compromising braking performance under sustained or heavy use. The timing belt or cam belt replacement interval should be verified against Renault's service schedule, as neglect in this area can result in catastrophic engine damage, and the service book should be cross-referenced for consistent main agent or competent specialist stamps. On a test drive, listen for suspension clonks over speed humps and uneven road surfaces, which would indicate worn anti-roll bar bushes, drop links, or top mount bearings; check for any pulling under braking that may suggest warped discs or a sticking caliper; and inspect the exhaust for rattles, blowing joints, or blue smoke on overrun that could indicate oil consumption issues consistent with a higher-mileage engine.