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PJ08 BFZ

2008 Renault Scenic

Silver Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Feb 2027
Tests23 (17 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate73.9%

Mileage

97,728 mi
Last recorded97,728 miles
Recorded on20 Jan 2026
Typical for 2008 Renault Scenic62,591 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPJ08 BFZ
MakeRenault
ModelScenic
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

17 pass 6 fail
Pass 20 Jan 2026 97,728 miles

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

Fail 20 Jan 2026 97,728 miles

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

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

Pass 15 Jan 2025 94,051 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2024 89,474 miles

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 27 Jan 2023 84,940 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 20 Jan 2022 80,522 miles

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Fail 20 Jan 2022 80,517 miles

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

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

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 21 Jan 2021 76,216 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 9 Jan 2020 72,694 miles

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) n/s and o/s ()

Fail 9 Jan 2020 72,693 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.82mm (5.2.3 (e))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) n/s and o/s ()

Pass 11 Jan 2019 66,447 miles

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Fail 11 Jan 2019 66,447 miles

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

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 11 Jan 2018 59,524 miles

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 26 Jan 2017 51,032 miles

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Fail 26 Jan 2017 51,032 miles

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

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

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 2 Feb 2016 43,620 miles

slight play in rack.

Pass 2 Feb 2015 36,513 miles

sheilds fitted

Fail 2 Feb 2015 36,513 miles

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

sheilds fitted

Pass 31 Jul 2013 32,699 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2012 28,575 miles

rear brake discs corroding due to inactivity.

Pass 18 Feb 2012 26,271 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 12 May 2011 19,675 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2011 17,727 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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PJ08 BFZ is a 2008 Renault Scenic in Silver with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.9%.

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 PJ08 BFZ, 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.

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What year was PJ08 BFZ registered?

PJ08 BFZ is a 2008 Renault Scenic, first registered on 29 April 2008.

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