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BJ08 XUP

2008 Renault Scenic

Grey Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Jul 2027
Tests23 (16 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate69.6%

Mileage

98,720 mi
Last recorded98,720 miles
Recorded on17 Jun 2026
Typical for 2008 Renault Scenic62,591 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBJ08 XUP
MakeRenault
ModelScenic
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

16 pass 7 fail
Pass 17 Jun 2026 98,720 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2025 96,451 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2024 92,868 miles
Fail 17 Jun 2024 92,868 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 12 Jun 2023 89,187 miles

Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 24 Jun 2022 85,887 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement top mount (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Fail 24 Jun 2022 85,887 miles

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

Nearside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement top mount (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 16 Jun 2021 82,115 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2021 82,114 miles

Nearside Front Inner Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Inner Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Inner Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Service brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.2.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 3 Jul 2020 79,189 miles

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

Fail 1 Jul 2020 79,188 miles

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

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

Pass 6 Jun 2019 74,731 miles

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

Fail 6 Jun 2019 74,731 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

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

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 11 Jun 2018 69,673 miles

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

Fail 11 Jun 2018 69,673 miles

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

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

Pass 27 Jun 2017 66,603 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2016 64,172 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2015 60,534 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 16 Jun 2015 60,534 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2014 55,423 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 25 Jun 2013 48,756 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2012 37,606 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2011 27,924 miles

How Reliable is the Renault Scenic?

Based on 2,489,721 MOT tests across 172,237 vehicles.

69.5%
Pass Rate
6,650
Miles/Year
26
Year Lifespan
172,237
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 108,325
position lamp(s) not working 70,652
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 64,273
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 60,499
Registration plate lamp not working 59,677
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BJ08 XUP is a 2008 Renault Scenic in Grey with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.6%.

Across all 2008 Renault Scenic models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.9% with a typical mileage of 62,591 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Renault Scenic fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 108,325 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BJ08 XUP, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Renault Scenic typically stays on UK roads for around 26 years. At 18 years old, this Renault Scenic is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BJ08 XUP registered?

BJ08 XUP is a 2008 Renault Scenic, first registered on 4 July 2008.

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