2016 Renault Trafic 1.6L Diesel · BC02 AFC

The vehicle remains roadworthy but the maintenance history reveals a persistent trend of deferred attention regarding the suspension and braking systems. The most recent test in September 2025 at 115,847 miles identified minor play in the nearside track rod end ball joint and oil misting on the offside front shock absorber. While the vehicle passed, these entries represent a continuation of wear from previous years, suggesting that components are only addressed once they approach failure thresholds rather than on a preventative maintenance schedule. The mileage pattern is consistent with the vehicle's age, averaging approximately 11,600 miles per year. The record shows steady usage, moving from 100,434 miles in June 2022 to 111,399 miles in September 2024, and another 4,448 miles by late 2025. This regular accumulation suggests the vehicle has been used regularly for transport which explains the standard wear seen on consumables like brake components and tyres across the four-year period. A buyer should conduct a thorough inspection of the front suspension geometry, as the history flags multiple issues with ball joints and track rod ends between 2024 and 2025. The oil misting on the offside front shock absorber indicates a seal failure beginning that will eventually require replacement. Furthermore, the rear braking system requires close scrutiny; the record shows pitted and scored rear discs consistently from 2022 through 2024, with thin pads noted in 2024. The previous failure in 2023 due to an inadequate load index on rear tyres also indicates that previous owners may have overlooked the specific technical requirements for a van of this capacity.