2017 Renault Trafic 1.6L Diesel · DS17 SVE

On 9 March 2026 the vehicle passed the MOT at 135,713 miles after a prior failure on the same day due to a non‑functioning registration plate lamp. The pass came with advisories for slight play in the nearside front track rod end ball joint, worn bush mounts on both front upper shock absorbers, corrosion on the offside rear coil spring, detectable play in the steering rack inner joint and a windscreen chip that does not obscure the driver's view. Compared with the clean passes of 2020‑2023 the current record shows a progression of wear items indicating a worsening trend in suspension and steering components. The van is nine years old and has accumulated 135,713 miles averaging roughly 15,100 miles per year. MOT readings show a steady increase: 37,641 miles on 5 December 2020, 55,985 miles on 16 December 2021, 81,477 miles on 21 December 2022, 99,508 miles on 20 December 2023, 116,357 miles on 6 February 2025 and finally 135,713 miles on 9 March 2026. There are no large gaps in the testing schedule and the mileage growth aligns with regular high‑use operation rather than periods of prolonged storage. A prospective buyer should examine the front suspension for play in the track rod end ball joints and check both front upper shock absorber bushes for wear or cracking. The offside rear coil spring should be inspected for surface corrosion and any loss of tension while the steering rack ought to be tested for excess movement in the inner joint. Shock absorbers with a history of oil misting merit a close look for seal failure and possible replacement and the inner wing clearance should be verified to ensure no tyre fouling occurs at full lock. Finally the windscreen should be checked for the noted chip and all exterior lamps especially the registration plate unit confirmed to operate correctly.