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GF08 BHJ

2008 Perodua Kenari

Silver Petrol 989cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Nov 2026
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

39,150 mi
Last recorded39,150 miles
Recorded on30 Oct 2025
Typical for 2008 Perodua Kenari31,155 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGF08 BHJ
MakePerodua
ModelKenari
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine989cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Oct 2025 39,150 miles

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

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement on suspension arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement on suspension arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Inner sill area has slight corrosion

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Nov 2024 31,707 miles

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

Pass 23 Feb 2023 31,382 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Pass 22 Feb 2022 30,344 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2021 28,553 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2020 26,989 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2019 25,025 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2018 21,746 miles
Fail 8 Mar 2018 21,746 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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 26 Jun 2017 21,438 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2016 20,662 miles

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

Fail 29 Jun 2015 19,817 miles

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 29 Jun 2015 19,817 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2014 18,420 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2013 16,992 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2012 15,812 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2011 12,493 miles

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

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

How Reliable is the Perodua Kenari?

Based on 26,232 MOT tests across 1,981 vehicles.

75.2%
Pass Rate
3,399
Miles/Year
26
Year Lifespan
1,981
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 1,306
Brake pipe excessively corroded 622
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 570
Stop lamp not working 453
Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits 395
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GF08 BHJ is a 2008 Perodua Kenari in Silver with a 989cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

Across all 2008 Perodua Kenari models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.5% with a typical mileage of 31,155 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Perodua Kenari fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 1,306 recorded failures. If you're considering buying GF08 BHJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

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

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What year was GF08 BHJ registered?

GF08 BHJ is a 2008 Perodua Kenari, first registered on 5 July 2008.

Is GF08 BHJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for GF08 BHJ shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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