2009 Renault Kangoo 1.6L Petrol · SA03 AAA

The vehicle presents an inconsistent roadworthiness status following its most recent MOT failure in April 2026 at 36,939 miles. While the vehicle maintained a clean record for several years, the recent failure without previously recorded defects suggests a specific mechanical or emissions-related issue that emerged only recently. The maintenance trend is currently unstable, as the transition from a clean pass in 2025 to a failure in 2026 indicates that the vehicle is now requiring attention to remain compliant. The mileage profile is exceptionally low for a seventeen-year-old Renault, averaging only 2,173 miles per year. The data shows a significant surge in usage between March 2024 and April 2025, where the vehicle covered 5,807 miles in just thirteen months. Conversely, the period between March 2023 and March 2024 saw only 3,556 miles driven. This pattern of low-frequency use often leads to degradation of rubber-based components, seals, and brake systems due to lack of movement, rather than mechanical wear from distance. A buyer must focus their physical inspection on the components most affected by long-term storage and low mileage. Given the age of the vehicle, check the brake calipers for seizing and the discs for surface pitting, which frequently occurs when vehicles sit stationary. Examine the suspension bushes and coil springs for cracking or perish rot, as these materials degrade over time regardless of the mileage. Since the April 2026 test failure recorded no specific defects in the summary, verify the exact reason for the failure to ensure it is not a hidden structural corrosion issue or a complex emissions failure that would require expensive repairs.