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GX08 PHY

2008 Renault Kangoo

Grey Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Sep 2024
Tests18 (12 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

31,901 mi
Last recorded31,901 miles
Recorded on4 Sep 2023
Typical for 2008 Renault Kangoo62,510 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGX08 PHY
MakeRenault
ModelKangoo
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

12 pass 6 fail
Pass 4 Sep 2023 31,901 miles

Front Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

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

Fail 17 Aug 2023 31,862 miles

Emissions unable to be completed aborted due to exhaust leak (8.2.1.2 (d))

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

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

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases back box and tailpipe (6.1.2 (a))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Front Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

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

Pass 16 Aug 2022 30,048 miles

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

Fail 16 Aug 2022 30,048 miles

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

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

Pass 8 Jun 2021 26,334 miles
Fail 8 Jun 2021 26,334 miles

Hazard warning lamps inoperative (4.4.1 (e))

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords outer side wall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

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

Power steering close to minimum mark (2.1.5 (b) (i))

Pass 17 Jun 2020 22,452 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2019 18,595 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2018 15,513 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2017 9,881 miles

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

Fail 17 Mar 2017 9,881 miles

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

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

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

Pass 14 Oct 2015 7,077 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2015 6,669 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

n/s center exhaust silencer mount broken

Pass 14 Feb 2014 6,475 miles
Fail 10 Feb 2014 6,468 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Nearside Seat belt damaged sufficient to significantly weakened the webbing (5.2.2a)

Pass 13 Feb 2013 5,566 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2011 4,515 miles
Fail 19 Oct 2011 4,515 miles

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

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 PHY is a 2008 Renault Kangoo in Grey with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 PHY, 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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GX08 PHY is a 2008 Renault Kangoo, first registered on 15 August 2008.

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