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BJ59 VTC

2009 Renault Scenic

Blue Diesel 1461cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Dec 2026
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

106,446 mi
Last recorded106,446 miles
Recorded on1 Dec 2025
Typical for 2009 Renault Scenic65,625 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBJ59 VTC
MakeRenault
ModelScenic
Year2009
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,461cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 1 Dec 2025 106,446 miles

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

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

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

Fail 26 Nov 2025 106,368 miles

Offside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

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

Fail 20 Nov 2025 106,275 miles

Offside Front Brake hose excessively twisted (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Rear Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))

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

Pass 2 Dec 2024 99,908 miles

Central Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing Corroded (5.3.2 (b))

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

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

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))

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

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

Pass 30 Nov 2023 94,416 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2022 89,604 miles

Nearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge and outer edges (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge and outer edges and perishing on outer wall (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 6 Dec 2021 84,733 miles
Fail 3 Dec 2021 84,729 miles

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

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 13 Nov 2020 80,307 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin o/s and n/s (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing on side walls (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing on side walls (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively o/s and n/s (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Fail 9 Nov 2020 80,305 miles

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

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

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin o/s and n/s (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing on side walls (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing on side walls (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively o/s and n/s (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Nov 2019 76,412 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2018 71,254 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2017 66,170 miles

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

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

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

Fail 3 Nov 2017 66,170 miles

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

Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

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

Pass 27 Oct 2016 60,802 miles

Nearside Front tyre worn close to legal limit

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Offside Front tyre worn close to legal limit

Offside Rear tyre worn close to legal limit

Pass 26 Oct 2015 55,715 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2014 50,278 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2013 43,912 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 7 Nov 2012 34,052 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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BJ59 VTC is a 2009 Renault Scenic in Blue with a 1,461cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

Across all 2009 Renault Scenic models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.1% with a typical mileage of 65,625 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 BJ59 VTC, 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 17 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 BJ59 VTC registered?

BJ59 VTC is a 2009 Renault Scenic, first registered on 10 December 2009.

Is BJ59 VTC safe to buy?

The MOT history for BJ59 VTC shows 19 tests with a 73.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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