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GX08 MYC

2008 Renault Kangoo

Blue Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Aug 2027
Tests26 (16 pass, 10 fail)
Pass rate61.5%

Mileage

79,071 mi
Last recorded79,071 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 MYC
MakeRenault
ModelKangoo
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

16 pass 10 fail
Pass 31 Jul 2026 79,071 miles

Front Coolant leak

Nearside Rear Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))

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

Fail 31 Jul 2026 79,071 miles

Central Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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

Front Coolant leak

Nearside Rear Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))

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

Pass 1 Aug 2025 75,864 miles
Fail 25 Jul 2025 75,864 miles

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

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 1 Aug 2024 75,387 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2023 74,543 miles

both front tyres worn close to legal limit on edges

exhaust blow

small oil leak

Fail 8 Aug 2023 74,540 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

both front tyres worn close to legal limit on edges

exhaust blow

small oil leak

Pass 5 Jan 2022 60,929 miles

n/s windscreen damage

o/s/r tyre scrubbing on edge

play o/s/f track rod end

Pass 5 Jan 2021 50,589 miles
Fail 21 Dec 2020 50,586 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

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

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

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 27 Feb 2019 50,566 miles
Fail 27 Feb 2019 50,566 miles

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

Pass 5 Feb 2018 45,746 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2017 37,491 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)

Fail 13 Feb 2017 37,491 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)

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

Pass 24 Feb 2016 27,927 miles
Fail 24 Feb 2016 27,927 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Pass 12 Feb 2015 20,538 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2014 14,956 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

screen washer bottle or pipe leaking?

Fail 13 Mar 2014 14,956 miles

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

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

screen washer bottle or pipe leaking?

Pass 9 May 2013 14,572 miles
Fail 9 May 2013 14,572 miles

Nearside Rear Fuel hose leaking (7.2.3)

Pass 20 Jun 2012 13,431 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2011 11,764 miles

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

Nearside Rear Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Pass 28 Jul 2011 11,764 miles

Nearside Rear Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Pass 25 May 2011 11,477 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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GX08 MYC is a 2008 Renault Kangoo in Blue with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.5%.

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 MYC, 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 MYC registered?

GX08 MYC is a 2008 Renault Kangoo, first registered on 24 June 2008.

Is GX08 MYC safe to buy?

The MOT history for GX08 MYC shows 26 tests with a 61.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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