2003 Renault Trafic 1.9L Diesel · K9 ERG

The vehicle is road‑worthy, having passed its most recent MOT on 20 January 2026 at 177,162 miles. The tester flagged a corroded off‑side rear brake pipe, a slightly damaged off‑side rear tyre and a corroded off‑side front coil spring, all recorded as advisories rather than failures. Over the last three years the same rear‑pipe corrosion and front‑spring rust have persisted, while earlier failures for ball‑joint wear and structural sill holes have not re‑appeared, indicating a largely stable maintenance pattern with no clear deterioration in critical safety systems. At 23 years old the odometer reads 177,162 miles, giving an average of roughly 7,700 miles per year, which aligns with typical usage for a vehicle of this age. No large mileage gaps are evident; the record shows a steady increase from 129,150 miles in December 2017 to the current reading, suggesting consistent, moderate use rather than periods of neglect or excessive short‑term mileage spikes. A prospective buyer should give close attention to the recurring off‑side rear brake pipe corrosion; visual inspection for rust and any signs of leaking at the first flex point are essential. The off‑side front coil spring should be examined for surface rust that could compromise spring integrity, and the off‑side front lower suspension arm ball joint, previously noted as excessively worn, must be checked for play or dust‑cover failure. The off‑side front sill area, where earlier tests recorded a slight hole, should be inspected for any progression of corrosion that might affect structural rigidity. Tyre condition, particularly the off‑side rear tyre showing cracking, warrants verification of tread depth and sidewall integrity. Finally, the hazard warning switch, stop lamp and headlamp aim, all flagged in recent tests, should be confirmed as functional before purchase.