2008 Renault Kangoo — MOT failures & pass rate
Across 21,879 MOT tests analysed for the 2008 Renault Kangoo, the most common recorded failure areas were lighting & signalling, brakes and suspension. Its pass rate of 71.6% was in line with the average for vans of a similar age (71.2%). Higher-mileage examples failed more often — 31.5% in the 150k+ group versus 18.8% in the 0-30k group.
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lighting & signalling | 13.7% | 3,007 |
| 2 | Brakes | 10.7% | 2,350 |
| 3 | Suspension | 9.5% | 2,080 |
| 4 | Steering | 9.4% | 2,058 |
| 5 | Visibility | 7.5% | 1,637 |
| 6 | Body, structure & corrosion | 6.9% | 1,504 |
Most common specific failures
The exact components most often recorded as failures — more specific than the categories above.
| # | Failure item | Times recorded |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Service brake performance | 1,194 |
| 2 | Track rod end | 1,150 |
| 3 | Position lamp | 1,097 |
| 4 | Steering rack | 1,017 |
| 5 | Wipers | 976 |
| 6 | Washers | 931 |
Top advisory categories
Advisories aren't failures, but they flag work likely needed soon — useful when budgeting.
| # | Category | % of tests with advisory | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Brakes | 28.7% | 6,272 |
| 2 | Tyres | 28.2% | 6,179 |
| 3 | Suspension | 19.9% | 4,355 |
| 4 | Lighting & signalling | 15.8% | 3,466 |
| 5 | Other defects | 11.8% | 2,576 |
| 6 | Body, structure & corrosion | 11.6% | 2,543 |
Failure rate by mileage
Higher-mileage cars tend to fail more — often the most useful guide to real condition.
| Mileage band | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 0-30k | 1,293 | 18.8% |
| 30-60k | 5,458 | 24.8% |
| 60-90k | 5,322 | 29.6% |
| 90-120k | 4,012 | 30.4% |
| 120-150k | 3,013 | 31.5% |
| 150k+ | 2,769 | 31.5% |
Failure rate by age
By fuel type
| Fuel | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| Petrol | 11,480 | 26.5% |
| Diesel | 10,399 | 30.5% |
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 5,057 | 28.0% |
| 2022 | 4,791 | 28.4% |
| 2023 | 4,412 | 28.1% |
| 2024 | 4,048 | 28.7% |
| 2025 | 3,571 | 29.0% |
What to check before buying a 2008 Kangoo
Before buying a 2008 Renault Kangoo, focus on the areas it most often fails on. Lighting & signalling accounted for 13.7% of tests for this year.
- Lighting & signalling (13.7% of tests): Often a cheap bulb, but persistent issues can mean wiring or corrosion in the units. Typical repair: £10–£150.
- Brakes (10.7% of tests): Pads/discs are routine wear; binding, imbalance or corroded pipes are more serious — test for pulling under braking. Typical repair: £100–£350 per axle.
- Suspension (9.5% of tests): Worn drop links, bushes, springs or shocks — listen for knocks over bumps and check for uneven tyre wear. Typical repair: £150–£450 per corner.
Repair costs are rough UK ballpark ranges to set expectations, not quotes — actual prices vary widely by car, parts and garage.
Frequently asked questions
How many 2008 Renault Kangoos pass their MOT?
71.6% of the 21,879 2008 Renault Kangoo MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 28.4% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2008 Renault Kangoo?
Lighting & signalling, recorded in 13.7% of tests, followed by brakes (10.7%).
Does the 2008 Kangoo get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 18.8% in the 0-30k band to 31.5% in the 150k+ band.
Methodology & source. Based on 21,879 MOT tests. Dataset: DVSA MOT testing data (2021,2022,2023,2024,2025). Data last updated 2026-07-01. Figures reflect MOT-testable defects only — read the methodology for how these are calculated and what they don't measure.