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AP08 UHS

2008 Renault Kangoo

Blue Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Mar 2027
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

21,526 mi
Last recorded21,526 miles
Recorded on4 Mar 2026
Typical for 2008 Renault Kangoo62,510 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAP08 UHS
MakeRenault
ModelKangoo
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 4 Mar 2026 21,526 miles

Rear Suspension unit damaged but not to excess both rear air suspension perished (5.3.5 (b) (i))

fuel tank fill hose perished

Fail 2 Mar 2026 21,526 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Rear Suspension unit damaged but not to excess both rear air suspension perished (5.3.5 (b) (i))

fuel tank fill hose perished

Pass 28 Jan 2025 21,503 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Suspension bellows damaged but not to excess Both (5.3.5 (b) (i))

Pass 26 Jan 2024 21,065 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both Corroded at inner area (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Power steering component has slight seepage from a component at Pressure Sensor area ? by pump (2.1.5 (a))

Note ; Wheel trims , other covers & mouldings fitted , restricting views

Rear Brake Performance ; Imbalance 21 %

Rear Suspension bellows damaged but not to excess Both Deteriorated (5.3.5 (b) (i))

Fail 26 Jan 2024 21,065 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both Corroded at inner area (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Power steering component has slight seepage from a component at Pressure Sensor area ? by pump (2.1.5 (a))

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Note ; Wheel trims , other covers & mouldings fitted , restricting views

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Rear Brake Performance ; Imbalance 21 %

Rear Suspension bellows damaged but not to excess Both Deteriorated (5.3.5 (b) (i))

Pass 31 Jan 2023 20,513 miles

Nearside Wiper starting to split , fouling on trim , arm requires repositioning

Note ; Wheel trims , other covers & mouldings fitted , restricting views

Power steering component has slight seepage from a component Pressure Switch Area (2.1.5 (a))

Rear Exhaust mounting defective Silencer rubbers perished / splitting (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Suspension Air Bellows Perished

Fail 26 Jan 2023 20,511 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Rear Service brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Nearside Rear Note ; Unable spin check Wheel / Bearing due to binding brake

Nearside Wiper starting to split , fouling on trim , arm requires repositioning

Note ; Parking brake lever travel requires attention / adjustment

Note ; Wheel trims , other covers & mouldings fitted , restricting views

Offside Front Grease from C.V. Joint close to brake components

Power steering component has slight seepage from a component Pressure Switch Area (2.1.5 (a))

Rear Exhaust mounting defective Silencer rubbers perished / splitting (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Suspension Air Bellows Perished

Pass 31 Jan 2022 19,930 miles

Nearside Rear Wheel has restricted rotation , suspect parking brake related

Note ; Wheel trims , other covers , under guards & mouldings fitted , restricting views

Offside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted inner rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Rear Exhaust mounting defective Silencer mnounting rubbers perished / cracking x 2 (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 26 Jan 2021 19,580 miles

Brakes ; Performance , Imbalance on rear brakes 25 %

Note ; Wheel trims , other covers & mouldings fitted , restricting views

Pass 20 Jan 2020 18,687 miles

Disabled transport ; Rear suspension Air bags areas perished / cracking , Offside level sensor linkage corroded

Note ; Wheel trims , other covers & mouldings fitted , restricting views

Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage Possible pressure sensor seal (2.1.5 (a))

Fail 20 Jan 2020 18,687 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Disabled transport ; Rear suspension Air bags areas perished / cracking , Offside level sensor linkage corroded

Note ; Wheel trims , other covers & mouldings fitted , restricting views

Pass 14 Jan 2019 17,522 miles

Note ; Headlamp aim set with rear suspension set at normal ride height

Note ; Wheel chair adapted , air suspension fitted at rear ( air bags slightly perished )

Note ; Wheel trims , other covers & mouldings fitted , restricting views

Pass 5 Dec 2017 16,154 miles

Rear both tyres perrished

Fail 5 Dec 2017 16,154 miles

Rear both tyres perrished

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 4 Jan 2017 15,324 miles

All tyres perished

Pass 31 Mar 2015 12,136 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2014 10,630 miles

fitted air rear suspension

Pass 15 Apr 2013 8,746 miles
Pass 25 May 2012 7,325 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 17 Jun 2011 5,828 miles

How Reliable is the Renault Kangoo?

Based on 2,024,699 MOT tests across 145,796 vehicles.

66.8%
Pass Rate
6,191
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
145,796
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 86,705
Registration plate lamp not working 72,623
Track rod end ball joint has excessive play 70,931
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 58,600
position lamp(s) not working 40,091
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AP08 UHS is a 2008 Renault Kangoo in Blue with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2008 Renault Kangoo models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.4% with a typical mileage of 62,510 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Renault Kangoo fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 86,705 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AP08 UHS, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Renault Kangoo typically stays on UK roads for around 28 years. At 18 years old, this Renault Kangoo is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was AP08 UHS registered?

AP08 UHS is a 2008 Renault Kangoo, first registered on 21 July 2008.

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