2020 Renault Trafic LL30 Sport Energy DCI 2.0L Diesel · CE20 ECD

The vehicle is currently roadworthy following a successful test on 23 March 2026 at 88,936 miles. However, the immediate history shows a significant decline in maintenance standards. After a clean record in March 2024, the vehicle failed two consecutive tests within three days in March 2026. While the faults were rectified to achieve the recent pass, the cluster of failures suggests a reactive maintenance approach where repairs are only addressed upon an MOT failure rather than through preventative servicing. At 88,936 miles over six years, this Renault Trafic averages approximately 14,800 miles per year. This high mileage for a commercial vehicle places consistent strain on heavy-duty components. Between March 2024 (67,069 miles) and March 2026 (88,936 miles), the vehicle covered 21,800 miles in just two years. This rapid accumulation explains the accelerated wear observed in the 2026 test failures, particularly regarding the front suspension and braking system. A buyer must pay close attention to the front suspension geometry, as the record highlights recurring issues with anti-roll bar linkages and ball joints across the 2025 and 2026 cycles. The offside front suspension arm ball joint also showed play in March 2026, indicating components are nearing their end. The parking brake system is another point of concern, having failed for low efficiency and thin rear pads under 1.5mm during the same inspection period. A physical inspection of the rear brake discs and caliper condition is necessary to ensure the recent repairs have fully addressed the underlying wear or potential corrosion.