2015 Renault Trafic 1.6L Diesel · BK65 AVT

Front‑end wear dominates the MOT record, with successive advisories for front brake disc condition and thin pads persisting through the 2025 and 2026 tests, and a cascade of suspension‑related notes – anti‑roll bar ball‑joint play, shock absorber oil mist and an off‑side track‑rod end ball joint failure in early 2023 – that together signal a vehicle whose primary wear has been concentrated on its steering and braking assemblies. The latest January 2026 test was passed, but the brake disc and pad advisories remain, indicating that the underlying wear pattern has not been resolved. At 110,327 mi over eleven years the average annual mileage sits just above ten thousand miles, a figure that aligns with typical usage for a light‑commercial van of this age. The MOT history shows no prolonged gaps in testing, suggesting the vehicle has been regularly presented for inspection. That mileage level places the drivetrain, transmission and rear axle in a moderate wear bracket, while the front‑end consumables – brakes, suspension links and shocks – are likely approaching the end of their service intervals given the cumulative distance and the specific defects recorded. Prospective buyers should concentrate the test drive on front‑end feedback. Listen for any high‑pitched squeal or grinding that could indicate further disc degradation, and note any pulsation or increased pedal travel that may betray worn pads or thinning discs. While cornering, feel for looseness or knocking that could stem from the previously failed off‑side track‑rod end ball joint or the anti‑roll bar bushings; excessive steering wheel play or a noticeable pull to one side would merit immediate inspection. Inspect the front shock absorbers for oil seepage around the mounts and for a soft or uneven response over bumps, both symptoms of the oil‑mist advisory. A thorough pre‑purchase examination should include measurement of front disc thickness, replacement of the brake pads, and a detailed check of all front suspension joints – track‑rod ends, anti‑roll bar ball joints and bushes – with particular attention to the off‑side rod that previously failed. Verify that the front position lamp operates correctly and that the near‑side tyre, previously flagged as near the legal limit, has been replaced or is still within safe tread depth. Budget for potential brake disc refurbishment and suspension component renewal, as these items are the most likely to require attention in the near term.