RENAULT TRAFIC SL28 SPORT ENERGY DCI2019 · 2.0L DIESEL

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance trend shows a pattern of reactive rather than proactive servicing. The most recent MOT test in November 2025 at 75,130 miles resulted in a failure due to an offside front track rod end with excessive play and thin front brake pads. While the vehicle passed immediately after these repairs, the presence of a mechanical suspension failure alongside brake wear suggests that components are only addressed once they reach a point of legal non-compliance. The mileage accumulation is consistent with a seven-year-old van, averaging approximately 10,733 miles per year. Between the November 2024 test at 62,880 miles and the November 2025 test at 75,130 miles, the vehicle covered 12,250 miles, indicating steady annual usage. The intervals between annual tests have remained regular, which suggests the vehicle has not sat stationary for long periods, though the mileage puts the vehicle at a stage where typical wear affects the suspension and braking systems. A buyer should personally inspect the front suspension geometry closely, as the track rod end failure indicates potential further wear in other bushes, control arms, or links. The recurring issue of thin brake pads noted in 2022 and 2025, combined with worn discs mentioned in 2022, necessitates a thorough check of the current braking hardware for thinning or glazing. Additionally, the oil leak noted in 2023 at 47,912 miles should be verified to ensure it has not developed into a more significant leak as the engine mileage has increased since then.