2017 Renault Trafic 1.6L Diesel · MF67 WPM

The current vehicle is assessed as roadworthy, but the maintenance history indicates a significant deterioration trend, primarily driven by a failure in the rear suspension and a severe corrosion issue in the exhaust system. The most recent MOT test in November 2025 was passed at 92,041 miles, yet this test was conducted while the vehicle was in active service with a history of repeated failures on the rear suspension bushings and coil springs. This suggests that while the vehicle may have been mechanically sound at the time of the 2025 test, the underlying structural integrity of the rear suspension has degraded over the last two years, a pattern that would likely have been evident in the 2024 and 2023 tests. Regarding the mileage pattern, the vehicle has accumulated approximately 10,227 miles annually, which aligns with its 10-year age. However, this is not a stable accumulation of normal wear; rather, it is characterized by rapid mileage gain followed by a sudden halt in acceleration, a common sign of a sudden loss of power due to a failing transmission or clutch. The 2025 test was conducted at 92,041 miles, which is consistent with the total mileage. The vehicle has not shown any rapid mileage accumulation since the 2023 test, which was taken at 83,065 miles, indicating that the transmission was likely in good condition and the mileage has been maintained. In conclusion, the rear suspension is the primary concern for a buyer, as the failure of the bushings and springs in the 2025 test confirms a history of wear that has not been addressed. The exhaust system, with rust and corrosion, poses a severe risk to the vehicle's structural integrity and emissions. While the 2025 test passed, the recurring faults in the rear suspension and the severe exhaust damage suggest that a comprehensive inspection is required before purchase, particularly given the history of failure on the rear suspension.