2018 Renault Trafic 1.6L Diesel · DT18 ABN

The 2018 Renault Trafic has maintained a clean MOT history with no defects recorded across all five tests, including the most recent examination on 2025-07-09 at 100,751 miles. This consistency suggests the vehicle has either been well-maintained or has avoided significant mechanical failures during its service life. The absence of advisories or repeated failures indicates no recurring issues with critical systems, though the lack of defects does not preclude wear beyond MOT thresholds—such as minor suspension deterioration, brake pad life, or tyre condition. The most recent test was conducted just over a year ago, which is standard for a vehicle of this age, though the 2022 retest (a mere 24 hours before its failure) is unusual and may warrant scrutiny of the test centre’s procedures. Mileage progression reveals an accelerated usage pattern, particularly between 2022 and 2024, where the vehicle accumulated 14,000 miles in under two years (from 84,073 to 98,066 miles). This suggests either commercial or intensive private use, which could accelerate wear on high-stress components like drivetrain bearings, suspension bushes, and brake calipers. The gap between the 2022 failure and subsequent pass—just one day apart—is anomalous and may indicate a clerical oversight rather than mechanical resolution. No other irregularities in mileage intervals exist, but the high annual average of ~12,600 miles (100,751 over eight years) implies the vehicle has not been lightly used, a factor that should prompt closer inspection of consumable parts. Given the absence of MOT-recorded faults, a buyer should prioritise an independent inspection of suspension integrity, particularly the rear coil springs and bushes, which are prone to fatigue at this mileage. Binding or uneven brake calipers—common in high-mileage vans—should be tested for lateral movement or excessive wear, as should the brake discs for lateral run-out or corrosion. Tyre tread depth, while not flagged, may have degraded beyond legal limits, especially if the vehicle’s usage pattern involved heavy loads or mixed terrain. Structural corrosion, particularly around wheel arches and sills, should be checked, as should the exhaust system for leaks or cracked components, given the vehicle’s age and mileage. The lack of advisories does not guarantee these areas are sound, but they represent the most likely candidates for hidden wear.