2022 Renault Trafic LL30 Sport Blue DCI A 2.0L Diesel · DN72 CVR

The most recent DVSA examination for this 2022 Renault Trafic LL30 Sport Blue dCi was conducted on 24 October 2025, at which point the vehicle passed with no defects or advisories recorded against it. A clean pass on a commercial-derived van of this type, particularly on the suspension, braking, and lighting systems which are common failure areas for the Trafic platform, is a positive indicator of its present roadworthy condition. While the absence of recorded advisories is encouraging, it is worth noting that a single clean test is not by itself conclusive of the vehicle's longer-term mechanical trajectory; prospective buyers should still consider the relative sparsity of the recorded test history, as only one MOT has been documented. The maintenance trend therefore appears stable at the point of test, though an ongoing pattern would require additional data points to confirm. With 58,131 miles recorded on a four-year-old vehicle, this Trafic is accumulating mileage at approximately 14,533 miles per year, which is notably high for its age and exceeds the typical private-use average. Such a usage profile suggests the vehicle has likely been working hard, possibly as a commercial or fleet vehicle, and this level of annual mileage will accelerate wear on consumable and drivetrain components alike. The diesel engine and associated turbocharging, EGR, and DPF systems will have been placed under considerable load, and clutches, dual-mass flywheels, and injectors on Blue dCi units are all areas that demand close scrutiny at this mileage. Buyers should anticipate that the timing belt or chain service interval, brake discs, and suspension components such as bushes and anti-roll bar links are likely approaching or due for renewal. Given the clean MOT record, particular attention during the physical inspection should turn to age- and mileage-related deterioration that may not yet have triggered a test failure. Diesel particulate filter condition should be a priority, including verification of recent regeneration cycles, warning lights, and any history of short-journey use that can cause DPF blockage. The turbocharger, intercooler hoses, and EGR valve should be checked for oil leakage, soot build-up, and play, while a thorough under-bonnet examination should confirm coolant and oil condition, as calendar-based degradation of these fluids remains relevant even on a high-mileage vehicle. Timing belt or chain replacement history, if not supported by a service book stamp, should be established immediately, as neglect of this item on Renault diesel units can result in catastrophic engine damage. On the exterior, particular care should be taken to examine the underside and structural members for corrosion, as commercial vans of this era are prone to surface and structural oxidisation, particularly around wheel arches, sills, and load floor seams. Tyres should be inspected for uneven wear patterns that may indicate tracking, suspension, or brake-related issues, and sidewalls examined for perishing or cracking consistent with age. Brake calipers, particularly the slider mechanisms, should be checked for corrosion and binding, as standing or low-speed use in conjunction with high mileage can accelerate uneven pad and disc wear. A test drive should include careful attention to any clunks from the front suspension over speed humps, pulling under braking, clutch slip or judder under load, and any hesitation or warning light behaviour from the emissions control system, as these are the most common precursor failures to befall a high-mileage Trafic of this generation.