Renault Kangoo Business Ll21 I Ze 33
From 749 MOT tests. Above average for its class.
Common MOT failure categories
Pass rate by registration year
What goes wrong?
The most common MOT failure reasons are wiper blade missing or obviously not clearing the windscreen, tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements, stop lamp missing and inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning. The top issue, wiper blade missing or obviously not clearing the windscreen, caused 31 failures in 2024. Checking tread depth (1.6mm legal minimum, 3mm recommended) before your test can save an unnecessary fail. You can check prices at Black Circles if you need replacements. If you need repairs before retesting, sites like BookMyGarage let you compare local prices.
| wiper blade missing or obviously not clearing the windscreen | 31 |
| tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements | 20 |
| stop lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning | 20 |
| a tyre seriously damaged | 11 |
| a steering ball joint with excessive wear or free play | 9 |
| a rear registration plate lamp or light source missing or inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps | 8 |
| a lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning | 7 |
| windscreen washers not working or not providing sufficient fluid to clear the windscreen | 7 |
| wiper blade defective | 7 |
| a door will not open using the relevant control or close properly | 5 |
How serious are these failures?
Not all MOT failures are equal. Only 16% of Kangoo Business Ll21 I Ze 33 failures are serious (safety or roadside), below the 44.4% average. When this car fails its MOT, it's more likely to be lights, wipers, or emissions than something dangerous. When it does fail, the average repair bill is around £46.
By registration year
| Year | Pass rate | Top failures |
|---|---|---|
| 2020 | 79.4% | wiper blade missing or obviously not clearing the windscreen, stop lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning |
| 2019 | 78.4% | wiper blade missing or obviously not clearing the windscreen, tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements |
Typical mileage
Half of all Kangoo Business Ll21 I Ze 33s tested had between 10,945 and 26,990 miles on the clock. Relatively low mileage overall. Many are still fairly young.
At 17,661 median miles, the Kangoo Business Ll21 I Ze 33 has 0.119 failures per 10,000 miles driven.
Other Renault models
| Renault Clio | 68.2% |
| Renault Captur | 80.4% |
| Renault Trafic | 69.1% |
| Renault Megane | 67.1% |
| Renault Kadjar | 81.8% |
Common questions
What is the Renault Kangoo Business Ll21 I Ze 33 MOT pass rate?
The Renault Kangoo Business Ll21 I Ze 33 has a 79% MOT pass rate based on 749 real MOT tests. This is above the national average.
What are common MOT failures on a Renault Kangoo Business Ll21 I Ze 33?
The most common MOT failure on the Renault Kangoo Business Ll21 I Ze 33 is wiper blade missing or obviously not clearing the windscreen, which caused 31 failures. Other common issues include tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements.
What is the typical mileage of a Renault Kangoo Business Ll21 I Ze 33 at MOT?
The median mileage at MOT for a Renault Kangoo Business Ll21 I Ze 33 is 17,661 miles. The middle 50% of vehicles tested have between 10,945 and 26,990 miles.
Buying a used Kangoo Business Ll21 I Ze 33?
Start with the free tools. Look up the specific vehicle's MOT history on GOV.UK The mileage at each test will show if it's been wound back, and the advisory history tells you what's wearing. Cross-reference that against the typical failures above to see if anything looks unusual for this model.
The free data won't tell you about outstanding finance, theft markers, or write-off history. For that, you need a vehicle history check This is especially important on a private sale where you have fewer legal protections.
With a 79% pass rate and an average repair bill of £46 when things go wrong, budget accordingly.
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