2015 Renault Trafic 1.6L Diesel · MJ65 XGK

The 2015 Renault Trafic currently holds a valid MOT certificate issued on 5 August 2025 at 103,404 miles with zero defects recorded. The maintenance trend is broadly stable, though the record reveals a cluster of suspension and lighting failures in mid-2025 that were promptly rectified before the subsequent pass. A fractured offside rear coil spring and a seriously leaking nearside front shock absorber flagged on 28 July 2025 suggest the vehicle had endured a period of neglected consumable upkeep, likely from deferred suspension maintenance. Both items are critical structural and damping components, and their simultaneous failure at the same test indicates the van may have been driven hard over rough surfaces without timely inspection. The clean pass just eight days later confirms the faults were repaired rather than merely masked, which is a positive indicator of recent corrective investment. Mileage accumulation sits at approximately 9,400 miles per year, which is typical for a light commercial vehicle of this age. The gap between the July 2023 pass at 86,799 miles and the August 2024 test at 99,682 miles represents roughly 12,883 miles in just over twelve months, confirming consistent daily use rather than prolonged standing. The four-mile delta between the failed and passed tests in July-August 2025 is negligible, confirming the retest was a genuine repair cycle rather than a fresh service interval. No suspicious mileage gaps or reversals appear in the record, and the annual increments align with the stated 9,400-mile average. A buyer should prioritise a thorough in-person inspection of the front and rear suspension. The fractured coil spring and leaking shock absorber from the July 2025 failure may have been replaced, but the condition of the remaining springs, bushes, and dampers should be verified for uneven wear or fresh corrosion. The offside rear coil spring in particular warrants close scrutiny, as a fracture at that age often points to fatigue across the set rather than an isolated defect. The nearside rear tyre damage from the same test, caused by a nail puncture, suggests the operator was not routinely checking tyre condition between services. Inspect all four tyres for sidewall damage, uneven tread depth, and age-related cracking, particularly if the rubber dates back several years. The central rear stop lamp failure and the excessively worn nearside front anti-roll bar linkage ball joint from the 2024 test are minor in isolation but together paint a picture of a vehicle where basic safety items were allowed to deteriorate between annual tests. Check the operation of all lamps, including high-level rear units common on vans of this type, and listen for clunking from the front end over speed bumps, which would indicate the anti-roll bar linkage or drop links need attention. Underneath, inspect the chassis rails and outriggers for surface corrosion or penetrating rust, as the Trafic platform is prone to moisture trapping in box sections, particularly around rear suspension mounting points.