2017 Renault Trafic LL29 Sport NAV DCI 1.6L Heavy oil · ML17 LRU

The most recent DVSA test on 27 March 2025 resulted in a clean pass with no advisories or defects recorded, and this is mirrored by similarly clean passes in January 2024 and March 2022. The intervening test in April 2023 carried four advisories relating to a deteriorated rear number plate, an insecure undertray, rear brake disc wear, and an offside rear tyre approaching the legal tread limit, but none of these items resulted in a retest or a subsequent failure. Looking at the broader trajectory, the only outright failure occurred in April 2021 for a dangerous nearside rear tyre below the 1.6mm tread minimum, and the surrounding advisories from 2020 and 2021 consistently referenced front brake disc surface wear and front brake pads approaching the end of their service life. The overall pattern suggests a vehicle that has been progressively maintained, with brake and tyre wear items being addressed at test time rather than being allowed to deteriorate into repeat failures, indicating a reasonably stable maintenance trend from the most recent two tests. Against its age of approximately nine years, the recorded mileage of 101,114 miles equates to an annual average of around 11,235 miles, which is broadly typical for a light commercial vehicle of this type and suggests reasonably steady utilisation rather than long periods of standing or unusually intensive use. There are no significant gaps in the MOT history that would indicate the vehicle was off-road for extended intervals, and the mileage progression between tests appears consistent with regular commercial or family mileage. This kind of usage pattern tends to be mechanically favourable because it keeps the drivetrain, brakes, and suspension working through their intended thermal and load cycles, though it does mean that consumables such as tyres, brake pads, discs, and clutch components will have experienced steady wear. Given the recurrence of brake and tyre advisories across the 2020 and 2021 tests, a prospective buyer should pay particular attention to the condition of the braking system and tyres during a physical inspection and test drive. On the vehicle, check the front brake discs for a pronounced lip at the outer edge and for any visible scoring or pitting, as the 2020 advisory noted pitted front discs and a follow-up pad wear advisory appeared in 2021, indicating these components may now be approaching a second replacement cycle. On a test drive, listen for any grinding, squealing, or pulsation through the brake pedal, and feel for vibration or pull under steady braking which would suggest warped discs or a binding caliper. Inspect all four tyres for both tread depth, aiming for at least 3mm across the central three-quarters of the tread, and for any uneven wear patterns such as inner or outer shoulder wear which can point to suspension or alignment issues, particularly given the recurring advisory about edge wear on the rear tyres. Confirm that the tyres fitted are of consistent size and load rating, particularly the 215/60/17C specification noted in 2023. Beyond the brake and tyre items flagged historically, several age and mileage related checks are worth carrying out on a nine year old commercial vehicle with six figure mileage. Examine the sidewalls of all tyres for cracking, perishing, or blistering, as rubber degrades with calendar age regardless of tread depth and a van of this age will almost certainly need replacement tyres soon even if tread remains legal. Inspect the underside, jacking points, suspension arms, coil springs, and anti-roll bar bushes for any surface corrosion or cracking, as commercial use on winter treated roads accelerates underbody wear. Check the 12V battery for any signs of slow cranking or warning lights on first start, as battery health declines after around five to seven years. Verify the service book for evidence of regular timing belt or chain inspection, cambelt replacement if applicable to this engine variant, and recent changes of engine oil, brake fluid, and coolant, all of which degrade on a calendar basis. Finally, confirm that the undertray referenced in the 2023 advisory has been properly secured and that no warning lights remain illuminated on the dashboard, ensuring the vehicle is mechanically sound for its next service interval.