2002 Renault Kangoo 1.4L Petrol · RL02 AEV

The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness profile, though the record indicates a pattern of reactive maintenance. The most recent MOT test in February 2022 at 81,780 miles resulted in a pass with no recorded defects, suggesting the vehicle was in a compliant condition at that time. However, the history shows failures just days before passing in both 2021 and 2022, implying that the owner only addresses mechanical issues upon inspection failure rather than performing preventative servicing. The recorded mileage is exceptionally low for a 24-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 3,400 miles per year. Between January 2020 at 76,445 miles and February 2022 at 81,780 miles, the vehicle covered only over 5,000 miles. This low usage suggests light operation, which typically preserves mechanical components like the drivetrain and engine internals. However, low mileage can also mask age-related degradation such as perished rubber seals, perished, and brake lines that fail over time regardless of distance travelled. A buyer should focus their physical inspection on the structural integrity of the chassis and subframes, as Renault vehicles of this era are prone to corrosion in hidden areas. Given the long intervals between tests and low mileage, the braking system must be checked for seized calipers or rusted pistons caused by inactivity. Additionally inspect the suspension bushes and coil springs for cracking or fatigue, as these components often degrade due to age and environmental exposure rather than mileage-based wear.