2015 Renault Trafic 1.6L Diesel · HY57 EWY

The 2025‑08‑04 MOT at 96,978 miles passed, confirming the Renault Trafic is presently roadworthy, but the record shows a pattern of recurring suspension faults that have escalated and then appear to have stabilised, with only a light misting of oil on the near‑side front shock absorbers noted as an advisory. The vehicle, now about 11 years old, has accumulated roughly 8,800 miles per year, a rate typical for its age; mileage rose from 50,348 miles in July 2018 to 96,978 miles by August 2025, with no extended periods of inactivity evident in the annual increments. A buyer should therefore examine the front track rod ends and anti‑roll bar linkage for play or excessive wear, verify that the shock absorbers show no active oil leakage beyond the minor misting noted, and inspect the front tyres for uneven wear or edge damage that has been flagged in earlier tests. The absence of recent brake or structural defects is reassuring, yet the repeated suspension advisories indicate that the suspension components may be approaching the end of their service life, making a thorough on‑site inspection of joints, bushings and mounting points essential before purchase.