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2016 Renault Trafic 1.6L Diesel · DV66 VLA

DV66 VLA

2016 Renault Trafic (1.6L, diesel). First registered 01/09/2016. Recorded mileage 26,124 miles. MOT status: Expired. Taxed until 01/10/2026.

Make & Model
RENAULT TRAFIC
Year / Origin
2016 · Shrewsbury
Safety Recall
Unknown
MOT Status
Valid until 28/09/2026
Road Tax
Taxed (01/10/2026)
Recorded Mileage
26,124 mi
ULEZ Compliance
ULEZ Compliant (Euro 6 Diesel)
Fuel & Engine
DIESEL · 1.6L
Reliability Guide
Common Faults
MOT Status
Expired
Valid until 28/09/2026
Tax Status
Taxed
Tax due 01/10/2026
Fuel Type
DIESEL
Year
2016
Engine
1598cc
Mechanical Assessment

AI-generated interpretation of this vehicle’s MOT record — not an official statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.

The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness profile with a consistent history of clean MOT results. The most recent test in September 2025 at 26,124 miles resulted in a pass with no defects, following a failure just 15 miles prior. This specific failure likely represents a clerical administrative error or a minor minor component issue that was immediately rectified before the re-test. Beyond this anomaly, the vehicle has maintained a high standard of mechanical presentation over the last four years. The mileage pattern is exceptionally low for a ten-year-old Renault Trafic, averaging approximately 2,60 miles per annum. Between September 2022 and September 2025, the vehicle covered only 6,438 miles, moving from 19,686 to 26,124 miles. This low-frequency usage suggests minimal mechanical wear, which typically preserves the engine internals, drivetrain, and suspension components. However, low-mileage vehicles often suffer from issues related to surface corrosion and the degradation of rubber-based components if they remain stationary for extended periods between uses. A buyer should focus their physical inspection on components that age with time rather than distance. Check the brake discs for pitting or heavy rust due to infrequent use, and test the calipers for signs of seizing. Inspect the suspension bushes and tyre sidewalls for cracking or dry rot, as these perish regardless of low mileage. Given the age of the vehicle, verify the structural integrity of the chassis for any early-stage corrosion, although the MOT record shows no previously flagged structural advisories to date.

DV66 VLA Key Findings

  • 5 MOT tests recorded
  • Latest MOT passed on 24/09/2025
  • 26,124 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • 1 historical MOT failure
  • No defects recorded at the latest MOT
  • Recurring steering items (2 mentions)

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
63
/ 100 · Average
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MOT Roadworthiness: Average

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✗ MOT Expired or Failed
✓ Taxed
✓ Good MOT pass rate (80%)
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DV66 VLA Mileage History

  1. 16/09/202219,686 mi
  2. 22/09/202320,596 mi+910 mi
  3. 13/09/202424,348 mi+3,752 mi
  4. 24/09/202526,109 mi+1,761 mi
  5. 24/09/202526,124 mi+15 mi

Average of roughly 2,130 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.

DV66 VLA MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 3 Sept 2026, 12:40
MOT Analysis

Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.

5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2016 Renault Trafic (DV66 VLA) between September 2022 and September 2025.

The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.

The most recent test on 24 September 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Steering (2 issues), Tyres (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 1 advisory notice is recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.

Recorded failure items include: “Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))”; “Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))”.

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