The diesel/manual Kangoo typically uses Renault’s 1.5-ish litre diesel and is offered in short/long (L1/L2) and different roof heights, so payload and load length vary by spec — expect roughly 600–800 kg payload depending on version. Modern diesels carry DPF and EGR systems (and some variants may use SCR/AdBlue), so buyers who do mostly short urban trips should be aware of potential DPF regeneration issues; clutch wear is the main wear item on a manual van. Commercial insurance and DOE testing are handled differently from passenger cars in Ireland, and quoted payload figures depend on the exact trim and options fitted.

• Clutch engagement and smoothness across gears (manual gearbox) — new vans can still have clutch bite issues from short training/driver use
• DPF/EGR behaviour and AdBlue system (if fitted): check for warning lights or evidence of frequent forced regenerations
• Cargo area condition: floor, wheelarch corrosion under any liner, side-door rollers and rear door hinge operation
• Payload plate / GVW stamp matches your load needs and any fitted racking is securely mounted
• Tyre spec and age (correct load rating for van use) and underside for early corrosion if the van has been used on salted rural roads