2016 Renault Trafic 1.6L Diesel · FC16 EOL

The vehicle currently holds a roadworthy status, having passed its most recent MOT test on 30 September 2024 with no defects recorded at 137,650 miles. The overall maintenance trend appears stable, despite an unexplained failure just three days prior to that test at 137,630 miles. This specific failure suggests a minor component issue or presentation error that was rectified immediately before the successful retest, as the record shows no listed defects for the failed attempt but a clean sheet for the subsequent pass. The mileage profile indicates heavy commercial use, averaging approximately 13,765 miles per year over the ten-year period. There is a significant surge in usage recorded between July 2022 and September 2023, where the vehicle covered 38,957 miles in just fourteen months. Since the September 2023 test date, the vehicle has covered an additional 25,590 miles in roughly nine months. This high-mileage pattern typically correlates with accelerated wear on drivetrain components, suspension bushings, and engine mounting points compared to lower-mileage Renault Trafics. A buyer should prioritise a thorough physical inspection of the suspension and braking system due to the high annual mileage. While the MOT history is clean, the frequent use of control arms and shock absorbers should be checked for play or leaks. Given the vehicle's age and workload, structural integrity of the chassis must be examined for corrosion, particularly around the rear arches and exhaust hangers where heavy stress often manifests in vans. Testing the brake system for binding calipers or thin discs is also essential to ensure the high mileage has not led to neglected mechanical maintenance.