2017 Renault Trafic 1.6L Diesel · MF17 YFX

The 2017 Renault Trafic passed its most recent MOT on 23 April 2026 at 189,857 miles, but the certificate carries three advisories that point to a worsening maintenance trend rather than a stable one. The parking brake efficiency only just met the legal minimum, indicating the braking system requires adjustment or repair. Both front coil springs were flagged as corroded, and at least one brake pipe was noted as corroded and covered in grease or other material. These are not new isolated faults. The same parking brake marginality appeared in the 2021 test, and coil spring corrosion has been recurring since 2025, suggesting the undercarriage has been exposed to sustained moisture or salt without adequate protective attention. The vehicle has covered 189,857 miles over roughly nine years, averaging approximately 21,095 miles per year, which is high for a light commercial van of this age. The mileage progression shows a notable jump of 16,458 miles between the April 2023 pass at 156,031 miles and the April 2024 test at 172,489 miles, followed by another 13,332 miles to the April 2025 test at 176,525 miles, and then a further 13,332 miles to the April 2026 test at 189,857 miles. This consistent high annual accumulation places sustained stress on consumable and structural components alike. The 2024 failure at 172,484 miles, just one day before a clean pass at 172,489 miles, suggests the van was rectified and retested quickly, but the underlying wear pattern remained evident in subsequent years. A buyer should pay close attention to the front suspension and braking system during any in-person inspection. The repeated coil spring corrosion advisories, combined with the 2024 failure for a fractured offside rear coil spring and excessively worn anti-roll bar linkages and bushes, indicate the front end has endured significant stress. The corroded brake pipe flagged in 2026 is a structural concern, particularly given the high mileage and commercial use profile, as corroded lines can compromise hydraulic integrity under load. The persistent parking brake issue, noted in both 2025 and 2026, suggests the handbrake mechanism or rear calipers may need more than routine adjustment. Inspect the full length of the brake lines for surface corrosion, check the condition of all coil springs for cracking or sag, and verify parking brake holding force on an incline before committing to purchase.