2016 Renault Trafic 1.6L Diesel · LO66 SWW

The vehicle passed its most recent MOT test on 9 February 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded, following an equally clean pass on 17 January 2025. Looking back across the recorded test history, the maintenance trajectory is broadly stable but with a notable cluster of advisory and minor defects between 2022 and early 2024, alongside two earlier failures both centred on the engine management indicator lamp (MIL). The recurring offside rear direction indicator lens defect noted in 2022, 2023, and 2024 is a low-significance cosmetic issue, but the brake disc advisories, fluctuating service brake reading, and tyre wear entries from 2023 do suggest that consumables were approaching the end of their useful life during that period. Since then there have been two consecutive clean passes, which is reassuring and consistent with remedial work having been carried out, although buyers should not assume the disc and tyre concerns have been fully resolved without physical verification. With 76,754 miles recorded against a ten-year age, this Trafic is averaging roughly 7,675 miles per year, which is entirely typical for a light commercial van of this type and indicates regular rather than sporadic use. There are no unusual mileage gaps between tests that would suggest long periods of standing, so calendar-related degradation issues such as severe brake disc corrosion, seized caliper sliders, or perishing of rubber components are less of a concern than they would be on a lower-mileage example. That said, commercial use frequently involves heavy loading and urban cycles, which accelerate wear on suspension bushes, coil springs, brake pads, clutches, and dual-mass flywheels well beyond what the odometer alone would imply, so a critical physical inspection remains essential. Given the prior advisory items concerning pitted rear brake discs, fluctuating near-side rear service brake performance, and front and rear tyres worn on their edges, particular attention should be paid to the braking system during inspection and test drive. The buyer should feel for any brake shudder through the pedal or steering wheel under firm application, listen for scraping or grinding that would indicate worn pads, and check visually that the rear discs show no deep lipping or excessive surface corrosion. A pulsing sensation from the near-side rear when braking could point to a sticking caliper or warped disc consistent with the 2023 fluctuating reading. The tyres should be inspected for uneven shoulder wear, which on a commercial van often signals worn bushes, weakened springs, or alignment issues, and the sidewalls should be checked for cracking given that the original 215/60/17 specification has been in service for some years. The two engine MIL failures in 2021 and 2023, despite the vehicle subsequently passing emissions-related items, warrant targeted checks on any test drive. With the engine at operating temperature and running steadily, the buyer should observe the dashboard for any illuminated warning lamps and watch for symptoms of misfire, hesitation, rough idle, or excessive exhaust smoke, particularly under load. Given the vehicle's age and mileage, the 12V battery, coolant, brake fluid, and gearbox oil should be regarded as time-served and likely due for renewal regardless of the odometer reading. A check of the auxiliary drive belt, tensioner, water pump weepage, and any signs of oil or coolant residue around the engine bay is advisable, as is a thorough inspection underneath for corrosion to the underbody, subframes, brake and fuel lines, and suspension components, all of which are common concerns on a ten-year-old commercial vehicle that has seen regular service use.