2021 Renault Trafic SH30 B-Ness+ Energy DCI 2.0L Diesel · FV70 LCY

This Renault Trafic presents a reassuringly clean roadworthiness record, with three consecutive MOT passes and only a single advisory across its entire test history. The latest examination on 10 February 2026 returned a pass with no defects recorded whatsoever, and the preceding 2025 test was equally unblemished. The only item ever flagged was front brake pads wearing thin at the January 2024 test, an advisory that did not reappear in either subsequent examination, indicating the pads were replaced and the braking system has since been maintained to a satisfactory standard. There is no evidence of corrosion concerns, suspension wear, exhaust issues, or emissions problems anywhere in the record, which is a positive indicator for a working van of this type. At 30,017 miles over roughly five years, the van has accumulated approximately 6,000 miles annually, a modest figure for a commercial vehicle that would typically be expected to cover considerably more. The testing history shows consistent annual intervals with no gaps or lapses, suggesting continuous use rather than extended periods standing idle. This lighter-than-average usage means reduced wear on drivetrain components, suspension bushes, and braking hardware compared with a hard-worked equivalent, though it is worth noting that short-trip, low-mileage commercial use can sometimes leave the diesel particulate filter and exhaust system under less ideal operating conditions than sustained motorway running. The single historical advisory warrants a targeted check of the front braking system. Since the pads were flagged as wearing thin in early 2024 and the issue cleared thereafter, confirm that replacement pads were fitted rather than the advisory simply being ignored until the friction material recovered in the tester's assessment. On a test drive, listen for any squeal or grinding under braking, feel for judder through the pedal or steering wheel that would suggest warped or lipped discs, and check that the van pulls up straight without veering, which could indicate a binding caliper. Inspect the disc faces visually for heavy scoring or pronounced wear lips. Beyond the brakes, the absence of any other advisories means the inspection focus should be on general verification rather than known problem areas. Check the service history for evidence of regular oil changes appropriate to the 2.0 dCi engine, confirm the timing and auxiliary belt condition, and ensure the DPF warning light behaves correctly on start-up. Given the clean MOT trajectory and moderate mileage, this Trafic represents a mechanically straightforward prospect, provided the front brake work is documented and the test drive reveals no untoward noises or pedal anomalies.