2016 Renault Trafic 1.6L Diesel · EU16 EYD

The vehicle currently holds a valid MOT, but the history reveals a trend of reactive rather than proactive maintenance. While it passed the latest test on 3 June 2026 at 79,070 miles, this followed a failure just one week prior. The most recent failure highlighted critical issues including insecure MacPherson strut mountings and play in the anti-roll bar linkages. The recurring nature of seat belt buckle damage suggests that the owner only addresses faults when they cause an immediate failure, rather than identifying minor defects during service intervals. At 79,070 miles over ten years, the Renault Trafic has averaged approximately 7,900 miles per year, which is consistent with typical light commercial or personal use. However, the data shows a period of high activity between May 2025 and June 2026, where the vehicle covered 7,260 miles in just thirteen months. This rapid accumulation coincides with a series of significant mechanical failures, including leaking shock absorbers and a fractured rear coil spring. The frequency of failures suggests the vehicle may have been subjected to heavy stress or neglected maintenance regarding its suspension components. A buyer must closely inspect the front suspension geometry and the integrity of the strut mountings, as the tester recently flagged these as insecure. The 2026 report of a distorted nearside front inner road wheel indicates a previous impact or severe stress, which could have affected the wheel alignment or other steering components. Additionally, the repeated history of damaged seat belt webbing and buckles across multiple tests requires a thorough check of all safety restraints to ensure they are not frayed or worn beyond safe limits.