2014 Renault Kangoo — MOT failures & pass rate
Across 22,956 MOT tests analysed for the 2014 Renault Kangoo, the most common recorded failure areas were lighting & signalling, suspension and brakes. Its pass rate of 71.7% was below the average for vans of a similar age (77.1%). Higher-mileage examples failed more often — 30.1% in the 150k+ group versus 21.7% in the 0-30k group.
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lighting & signalling | 15.4% | 3,530 |
| 2 | Suspension | 13.2% | 3,032 |
| 3 | Brakes | 10.1% | 2,321 |
| 4 | Steering | 7.3% | 1,666 |
| 5 | Visibility | 7.0% | 1,607 |
| 6 | Tyres | 6.7% | 1,540 |
Most common specific failures
The exact components most often recorded as failures — more specific than the categories above.
| # | Failure item | Times recorded |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Coil spring | 2,116 |
| 2 | Rigid brake pipes | 2,062 |
| 3 | Track rod end | 1,872 |
| 4 | Joints | 1,406 |
| 5 | Tread depth | 1,272 |
| 6 | Position lamp | 1,168 |
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 | 41.2% | 9,466 |
| 2 | Tyres | 29.5% | 6,780 |
| 3 | Lighting & signalling | 15.4% | 3,537 |
| 4 | Suspension | 13.4% | 3,064 |
| 5 | Visibility | 10.1% | 2,325 |
| 6 | Other defects | 8.3% | 1,904 |
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 | 863 | 21.7% |
| 30-60k | 3,047 | 24.3% |
| 60-90k | 5,566 | 26.8% |
| 90-120k | 5,986 | 29.1% |
| 120-150k | 3,949 | 31.9% |
| 150k+ | 3,535 | 30.1% |
Failure rate by age
By fuel type
| Fuel | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| Diesel | 21,969 | 28.5% |
| Electric | 979 | 23.4% |
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 4,661 | 25.1% |
| 2022 | 4,754 | 28.0% |
| 2023 | 4,677 | 28.3% |
| 2024 | 4,609 | 30.3% |
| 2025 | 4,255 | 29.8% |
What to check before buying a 2014 Kangoo
Before buying a 2014 Renault Kangoo, focus on the areas it most often fails on. Lighting & signalling accounted for 15.4% of tests for this year.
- Lighting & signalling (15.4% of tests): Often a cheap bulb, but persistent issues can mean wiring or corrosion in the units. Typical repair: £10–£150.
- Suspension (13.2% 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 (10.1% 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 2014 Renault Kangoos pass their MOT?
71.7% of the 22,956 2014 Renault Kangoo MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 28.3% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2014 Renault Kangoo?
Lighting & signalling, recorded in 15.4% of tests, followed by suspension (13.2%).
Does the 2014 Kangoo get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 21.7% in the 0-30k band to 30.1% in the 150k+ band.
Methodology & source. Based on 22,956 MOT tests. 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.