2015 Renault Trafic 1.6L Diesel · N777 ACY

The maintenance history of this Renault Trafic shows a significant decline in mechanical oversight in recent years. While the vehicle passed its most recent test in October 2025 at 133,436 miles, the failure just one day prior reveals a critical lack of preventative care. The tester identified multiple failures in the front suspension, including excessively worn anti-roll bar linkage ball joints, track rod ends, and worn Macpherson strut bushes. The presence of a loose nearside front road wheel fixing and structural tyre failures with exposed ply cords indicates a severe failure to perform basic safety checks prior to the MOT appointment. The vehicle has covered a high mileage of approximately 12,000 miles per year, which places consistent strain on consumable components and the drivetrain. Data shows a stable period in 2022 at 83,323 miles where no defects were recorded, but subsequent tests show a worsening trend of component wear. In September 2024 at 117,093 miles, the track rod end was already flagged for slight play, an issue that escalated into a total failure by the October October 2025 test. This transition from a clean record to a multi-point failure suggests that components are only being addressed once they reach the point of legal failure. A buyer should be concerned regarding the front suspension assembly and the braking system. The record notes light misting on front shock absorbers and a front oil leak, which require close monitoring to determine if they are active seal failures. Although the 2021 failure for thin brake pads and pitted discs was resolved, the high-mileage nature means the braking system is under heavy use. Given the recent issues with wheel fixings and joints, a thorough professional inspection of the entire steering geometry and structural integrity is necessary before any purchase.