2001 Renault Kangoo 1.9L Diesel · NU51 BYM

The most recent MOT on 9 February 2024 at 86 286 miles resulted in a pass with no defects recorded. Prior to that the vehicle failed on 8 February 2024 at the same mileage, then passed on 9 February 2023 at 80 050 miles after two consecutive failures in January and early February 2023. This alternating pattern of fail‑pass‑fail‑pass shows an unstable maintenance trend rather than a clear improvement or deterioration. At 25 years old the Kangoo has accumulated only 86 286 miles, averaging roughly 3 450 miles per year. Between the February 2023 pass and the February 2024 fail the odometer rose from 80 050 to 86 286 miles, gaining about 6 200 miles in twelve months, which is above the long‑term average. The earlier tests in January and February 2023 show virtually no mileage change over a few weeks, indicating periods of little use or standing. Such low annual mileage can suggest limited road exposure but also raises the possibility of components deteriorating while stationary. Although the recorded tests list no specific defects, the repeated failures merit a thorough hands‑on check of the usual wear areas. A buyer should examine the front and rear suspension bushes and coil springs for cracking or corrosion, check brake discs and pads for uneven wear or binding, and inspect the exhaust system for leaks or excessive corrosion. Also, look for any structural rust in the sills, wheel arches and chassis rails, and verify that all lights, wipers and tyre tread depths meet legal minimums. Finally, a test drive should reveal any abnormal noises from the drivetrain or steering that might not have shown up during the stationary MOT.