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GX08 MXS

2008 Renault Kangoo

Blue Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Jul 2027
Tests25 (17 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate68%

Mileage

76,812 mi
Last recorded76,812 miles
Recorded on31 Jul 2026
Typical for 2008 Renault Kangoo62,510 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGX08 MXS
MakeRenault
ModelKangoo
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

17 pass 8 fail
Pass 31 Jul 2026 76,812 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

rear access ramp corroded

Fail 31 Jul 2026 76,812 miles

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

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

Offside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

rear access ramp corroded

Pass 24 Jul 2025 75,535 miles

Rear access ramp heavily corroded under vehicle

Fail 24 Jul 2025 75,535 miles

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Rear access ramp heavily corroded under vehicle

Pass 29 Jul 2024 74,133 miles

Boot floor corroded - where modified for disabled access. Not effecting belt anchorage

Disabled lower rear panel insecure when tail gate open, fine when it’s shut

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test

Fail 25 Jul 2024 74,133 miles

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

Boot floor corroded - where modified for disabled access. Not effecting belt anchorage

Disabled lower rear panel insecure when tail gate open, fine when it’s shut

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

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test

Nearside Rear Passenger's seat insecure (6.2.6 (a) (ii))

Fail 11 Jul 2024 74,111 miles

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

Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively damaged significantly reducing structural strength disable ramp corroded (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test

Pass 11 May 2023 72,618 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2022 71,203 miles

Front Wipers could be better

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

Pass 11 Jun 2021 68,534 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2021 68,528 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 11 Jun 2020 62,686 miles
Pass 22 May 2019 61,123 miles

rear tyres slightly perished/cracked

Pass 26 Mar 2018 58,861 miles
Pass 4 May 2017 58,172 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2016 56,808 miles
Pass 11 May 2015 55,447 miles
Fail 11 May 2015 55,447 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 16 Jan 2015 55,027 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2014 53,202 miles
Fail 2 Apr 2013 48,376 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

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

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

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

Pass 2 Apr 2013 48,376 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Pass 23 Apr 2012 39,867 miles
Pass 18 May 2011 31,539 miles
Fail 18 May 2011 31,529 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (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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GX08 MXS is a 2008 Renault Kangoo in Blue with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68%.

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 GX08 MXS, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was GX08 MXS registered?

GX08 MXS is a 2008 Renault Kangoo, first registered on 9 June 2008.

Is GX08 MXS safe to buy?

The MOT history for GX08 MXS shows 25 tests with a 68% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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