Renault Kangoo: suspension MOT failures
Suspension was a recorded failure area in 11.4% of Renault Kangoo MOT tests in this dataset. It is most prominent on 2008, 2014 cars.
Worn drop links, bushes, springs or shocks — listen for knocks over bumps and check for uneven tyre wear. Typical repair cost: £150–£450 per corner (rough UK ballpark, not a quote).
Suspension failures by year
| Model year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 21,879 | 9.5% |
| 2014 | 22,956 | 13.2% |
| 2017 | 15,804 | 5.1% |
| 2018 | 15,473 | 3.0% |
| 2019 | 14,122 | 1.9% |
| 2020 | 4,655 | 1.4% |
Methodology & source. Dataset: DVSA MOT testing data (2021,2022,2023,2024,2025). Data last updated 2026-07-01. Figures reflect MOT-testable defects only — read the methodology for how these are calculated and what they don't measure.