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GX08 OBM

2008 Renault Kangoo

Blue Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Dec 2025
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

79,654 mi
Last recorded79,654 miles
Recorded on6 Dec 2024
Typical for 2008 Renault Kangoo62,510 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Dec 2024 79,654 miles

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

Fail 6 Dec 2024 79,649 miles

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle by more than 50% Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 14 Dec 2023 73,604 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 14 Dec 2023 73,604 miles

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

Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 1 Dec 2022 70,394 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Rear exhaust box and tail pipe (6.1.2 (a))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin Both front brake pads are wearing very low approx.2/3mm remaining (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

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

Pass 23 Dec 2021 66,467 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2021 63,908 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2020 62,430 miles

Parkbrake travel requires adjustment

Pass 26 Feb 2019 59,769 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2018 55,948 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

power steering pump area damp

Pass 7 Feb 2017 53,064 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2016 50,852 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2015 41,805 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 5 Mar 2014 31,121 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2013 27,680 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Oil leak

offside front tyre worn on inside edge

Pass 3 May 2012 23,004 miles

o/s/f tyre has worn inner edge

Pass 9 Jun 2011 17,140 miles

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

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 OBM is a 2008 Renault Kangoo in Blue with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 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 GX08 OBM, 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 GX08 OBM registered?

GX08 OBM is a 2008 Renault Kangoo, first registered on 15 July 2008.

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