2012 Renault Trafic 2.0L Diesel · DA12 LXB

The 2026‑02‑17 MOT at 161,939 miles failed, so the 2012 Renault Trafic is not roadworthy. The test recorded an inoperative engine MIL, a missing fuel cap, non‑functional hazard lamps, uncompleted emissions, a major exhaust leak, excessive wear of the off‑side front Macpherson strut top bush, worn but not seriously weakened front and rear brake discs, corroded front and rear sub‑frames, and service and parking brake efficiencies below the required standard. Mileage has climbed steadily from 48,185 miles in the 2015 test to 161,939 miles in the 2026 test, an increase of 113,754 miles over eleven years, averaging about 10,340 miles per year, which matches the typical annual usage for a vehicle of this age and shows no extended periods of standing. Recurring faults centre on suspension components – the off‑side front Macpherson strut top bush shows excessive wear, the near‑side front lower suspension arm ball joint is likely to detach, and both front and rear anti‑roll bar linkages display worn bushes and ball joints – while the near‑side front and rear brake pipes exhibit chronic corrosion and the exhaust system has multiple major leaks, and structural rust is evident on the front sub‑frame and suspension members. A buyer should therefore inspect the condition of the suspension bushes and ball joints, verify the integrity of the brake pipes and exhaust joints, ensure the engine MIL operates correctly, confirm that all lighting, the registration plate and emission systems function, and assess the extent of corrosion on the chassis and suspension components.