2010 Renault Kangoo — MOT failures & pass rate
The 2010 Renault Kangoo passed 68.5% of its 35,786 recorded MOT tests. Vans of a similar age fail 27.5% of the time, so this is 4.0pp worse than the group it competes with. Failures cluster in lighting & signalling, suspension and brakes.
What the MOT record shows
Lighting & signalling dominates the failure mix at 19.8% of all tests — 5.2 points clear of suspension, so it is the first thing to check.
At component level the recurring items are joints, track rod end and rigid brake pipes — joints alone was recorded 3,741 times.
Condition tracks the odometer closely. Failures run at 17.4% in the 0-30k band and 34.6% in the 150k+ band, a 17.1-point spread.
Split by fuel, diesel examples fail 9.8pp more often than petrol ones (33.1% vs 23.3%) — worth weighing if you have a choice.
Advisories point at the next bill rather than this one: brakes was flagged on 44.1% of tests without failing them.
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lighting & signalling | 19.8% | 7,077 |
| 2 | Suspension | 14.6% | 5,226 |
| 3 | Brakes | 12.6% | 4,511 |
| 4 | Body, structure & corrosion | 10.3% | 3,674 |
| 5 | Steering | 8.7% | 3,122 |
| 6 | Visibility | 8.0% | 2,877 |
Most common specific failures
The exact components most often recorded as failures — more specific than the categories above.
| # | Failure item | Times recorded |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Joints | 3,741 |
| 2 | Track rod end | 3,403 |
| 3 | Rigid brake pipes | 3,173 |
| 4 | Coil spring | 2,836 |
| 5 | Stop lamp | 2,664 |
| 6 | Registration plate lamp(s) | 2,353 |
Top advisory categories
Advisories aren't failures, but they flag work likely needed soon — useful when budgeting.
| # | Category | % of tests with advisory | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Brakes | 44.1% | 15,793 |
| 2 | Tyres | 29.2% | 10,451 |
| 3 | Lighting & signalling | 23.0% | 8,241 |
| 4 | Suspension | 18.7% | 6,703 |
| 5 | Other defects | 12.0% | 4,302 |
| 6 | Visibility | 9.6% | 3,420 |
Failure rate by mileage
Higher-mileage cars tend to fail more — often the most useful guide to real condition.
| Mileage band | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 0-30k | 1,130 | 17.4% |
| 30-60k | 4,106 | 24.0% |
| 60-90k | 6,086 | 29.9% |
| 90-120k | 8,223 | 32.8% |
| 120-150k | 7,829 | 33.8% |
| 150k+ | 8,396 | 34.6% |
Failure rate by age
By fuel type
| Fuel | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| Diesel | 29,760 | 33.1% |
| Petrol | 6,026 | 23.3% |
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 7,966 | 30.8% |
| 2022 | 7,779 | 31.5% |
| 2023 | 7,276 | 31.1% |
| 2024 | 6,678 | 32.1% |
| 2025 | 6,087 | 32.1% |
What to check before buying a 2010 Kangoo
On a 2010 Kangoo, lighting & signalling is what the MOT record says goes wrong most — it appeared in 19.8% of tests. Check these areas before you commit.
- Lighting & signalling (19.8% of tests): Often a cheap bulb, but persistent issues can mean wiring or corrosion in the units. Typical repair: £10–£150.
- Suspension (14.6% of tests): Worn drop links, bushes, springs or shocks — listen for knocks over bumps and check for uneven tyre wear. Typical repair: £150–£450 per corner.
- Brakes (12.6% of tests): Pads/discs are routine wear; binding, imbalance or corroded pipes are more serious — test for pulling under braking. Typical repair: £100–£350 per axle.
Repair costs are rough UK ballpark ranges to set expectations, not quotes — actual prices vary widely by car, parts and garage.
Frequently asked questions
How many 2010 Renault Kangoos pass their MOT?
68.5% of the 35,786 2010 Renault Kangoo MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 31.5% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2010 Renault Kangoo?
Lighting & signalling, recorded in 19.8% of tests, followed by suspension (14.6%).
Does the 2010 Kangoo get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 17.4% in the 0-30k band to 34.6% in the 150k+ band.
Methodology & source. Based on 35,786 MOT tests. Dataset: DVSA MOT testing data (2021,2022,2023,2024,2025). Data last updated 2026-07-27. Figures reflect MOT-testable defects only — read the methodology for how these are calculated and what they don't measure.