2017 Renault Trafic 1.6L Diesel · LJ67 ADX

The vehicle is currently roadworthy following a clean pass in March 2026 at 113,680 miles. However, the maintenance trend reveals a reactive pattern where faults are only addressed upon failure. The most recent failure on March 17, 2026, identified a fractured nearside rear coil spring and worn front anti-roll bar bushes. While these specific issues were rectified for the subsequent pass, the recurring nature of suspension component failures suggests that the owner defers preventative maintenance until the MOT test demands. At 113,680 miles, this nine-year-old Trafic averages 12,600 miles per year, which is high for a commercial vehicle. There is a significant surge in usage recorded between November 2022 and March 2026, where the vehicle covered over 45,000 miles in under forty months. This high-intensity use explains the accelerated wear seen on steering and suspension components. The gap between the 2021 and 2022 tests shows a period of lower activity, but the current trajectory indicates the vehicle is under heavy daily load. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the front end and steering geometry. The November 2024 failure highlighted excessive wear across both lower suspension arm ball joints and both track rod ends, indicating a systemic degradation of the front-end assembly. You should check for any remaining play in these joints and inspect the rubber integrity of the anti-roll bar bushes. Additionally, the 2023 record of pitted rear brake discs and uneven tyre wear suggests that alignment issues may have occurred over time, which can lead to premature tyre replacement if not monitored.