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EK08 TGN

2008 Renault Kangoo

Grey Diesel 1461cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Apr 2027
Tests22 (15 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate68.2%

Mileage

123,626 mi
Last recorded123,626 miles
Recorded on18 Mar 2026
Typical for 2008 Renault Kangoo62,510 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEK08 TGN
MakeRenault
ModelKangoo
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,461cc

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MOT History

15 pass 7 fail
Pass 18 Mar 2026 123,626 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Inner Steering linkage ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge heavily STRONG ADVISORY (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt STRONG ADVISORY (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge heavily STRONG ADVISORY (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Brake cable damaged but not to excess in poor condition (1.1.15 (a))

service light on dashboard

Pass 11 Mar 2025 109,097 miles

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))

Fail 11 Mar 2025 109,096 miles

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))

Pass 25 Mar 2024 92,269 miles

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

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt STRONG ADVISORY (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Nearside Rear tyre cracking/deteriorated

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front tyre worn on inner edge/cracking throughout tread

exhaust rear box heat shield loose

Fail 25 Mar 2024 92,269 miles

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

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt STRONG ADVISORY (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Nearside Rear tyre cracking/deteriorated

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front tyre worn on inner edge/cracking throughout tread

Rear Upper Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

exhaust rear box heat shield loose

Pass 4 Apr 2023 80,728 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2022 76,821 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2021 72,628 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Spare tyre defective ()

Pass 5 Apr 2019 52,902 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2018 47,451 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front tyre wearing on inner edge

Offside Front tyre wearing on inner edge

Fail 29 Mar 2018 47,451 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Front tyre wearing on inner edge

Offside Front tyre wearing on inner edge

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 20 Mar 2017 41,864 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit on inner edge (4.1.E.1)

engine cover fitted at time of test

rear registration plate lamps dim

under tray fitted at time of test

Pass 18 Mar 2016 38,972 miles
Fail 18 Mar 2016 38,972 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 20 Mar 2015 36,239 miles
Fail 17 Mar 2014 33,282 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

both rear tyres age cracking

cut in outer wall n/s/f tyre + worn on edges

Pass 17 Mar 2014 33,282 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

both rear tyres age cracking

cut in outer wall n/s/f tyre + worn on edges

Fail 20 Mar 2013 30,124 miles

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

Pass 20 Mar 2013 30,124 miles
Fail 23 Mar 2012 27,179 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 23 Mar 2012 27,179 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2011 23,629 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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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EK08 TGN is a 2008 Renault Kangoo in Grey with a 1,461cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.2%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 EK08 TGN, 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 EK08 TGN registered?

EK08 TGN is a 2008 Renault Kangoo, first registered on 31 March 2008.

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