2017 Renault Trafic SL27 Business DCI 1.6L Heavy oil · FGZ 7352

The vehicle currently lacks a valid MOT, as the most recent pass on 23 May 2024 at 129,624 miles expired over two years ago. The maintenance trend appears stable based on the clean pass in 2024, though the record contains a peculiar anomaly in January 2023. Two consecutive failures on 10 and 12 January 2023 at 102,893 and 103,105 miles recorded zero defects, suggesting an incomplete test procedure or an emissions reading issue rather than a mechanical fault. The subsequent pass on 17 January 2023 at 103,219 miles confirms the vehicle met the required standard shortly after. At nine years old with 129,624 miles, the van averages 14,403 miles annually, reflecting high commercial use. The mileage accumulation between tests reveals intense utilization. Between the December 2021 test at 84,797 miles and the January 2023 tests at 103,105 miles, the van covered 18,308 miles in just over a year. A further 26,405 miles were added between the January 2023 pass and the May 2024 pass at 129,624 miles. This rapid accumulation places significant wear on the drivetrain, suspension, and braking components, typical of a hard-working commercial vehicle rather than a lightly used panel van. Given the high mileage and the lack of a current MOT, a thorough pre-purchase inspection is essential. Focus on the structural integrity of the chassis and load area, checking for corrosion common in high-use vans. Examine the suspension bushes and coil springs for wear, alongside the braking system for binding calipers or scored discs, which are frequent issues on heavily utilized Trafics. The exhaust system requires close scrutiny for leaks or excessive emissions, particularly considering the unexplained zero-defect failures in early 2023. Verify the condition of the dual-mass flywheel and clutch, as high mileage driving accelerates their deterioration. A compression test and oil leak inspection will further reveal the true state of the 2.0 dCi engine.