2018 Renault Trafic 1.6L Diesel · FD18 LJX

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, having passed its most recent MOT in January 2026 with 161,181 miles and no defects recorded. The maintenance trend shows a reactive pattern of repair where the owner addresses specific mechanical failures only after a fail. While the most recent test was a clean pass, the history indicates a cycle of neglecting wear items until they fail, suggesting that the vehicle is maintained to the point of legal necessity rather than through a proactive preventative schedule. The mileage profile is significantly high for an eight-year-old vehicle, averaging over 20,000 miles per year. There is a notable surge in usage between September 2022 at 84,020 miles and February 2025 at 133,788 miles, where the vehicle covered approximately 50,000 miles in just two years. This heavy annual mileage puts consistent strain on the drivetrain and suspension components, which explains the frequent issues with with ball joints and brake hardware recorded throughout the record. A buyer should focus their physical inspection on the front suspension and braking system, as these have shown recurring weaknesses. The nearside front lower suspension arm ball joint showed slight play in February 2024 and progressed to an excessive wear failure by February 2025. You must verify that this component and its associated bushes have been properly replaced. Additionally, the record shows multiple instances of brake pads wearing to metal and discs becoming pitted or scored. Given the high mileage, check the calipers for binding and ensure the current brake assembly is not suffering from heat damage from previous high-intensity use. The windscreen has also been a persistent issue, with damage or chips noted in every test since 2021. While this is a non-mechanical failure, the frequency of stone chips suggests the vehicle is frequently used on motorway roads at high speeds. Given the high mileage and the history of deferred minor maintenance, a thorough check of the chassis for corrosion and structural integrity is essential to ensure the high-mileage use has not compromised the frame of the van.