2017 Renault Trafic 1.6L Diesel · MX67 WKP

The vehicle currently holds a valid MOT following a pass on 22 December 2025 at 104,988 miles. The maintenance trend appears reactive rather than preventative, as evidenced by the failure on 12 December 2025 just ten days prior. While the most recent test cleared the vehicle, it still carried advisories for both offside front and offside rear tyres being worn close to the legal limit. This pattern of failing on consumable items and suspension components suggests that repairs are often only carried out to meet the minimum legal threshold for the MOT test itself. The mileage accumulation is consistent with a commercial vehicle of this age, averaging approximately 11,665 miles per year. The records show steady progression from 91,822 miles in December 2023 to 104,988 miles in December 2025. This steady usage rate indicates the vehicle has not been sitting idle for long periods, which typically helps prevent issues like seized brake calipers or perished rubber seals, though it does mean mechanical components are subject to regular wear. A prospective buyer must scrutinise the suspension and subframe integrity. The December 2025 failure highlighted significant issues with the subframe rear bushes on both the nearside and offside, alongside a faulty offside front ball joint dust cover. These suspension faults follow earlier advisories in December 2023 regarding nearside front shock absorber misting and Macpherson strut top mounts. Given the recurring nature of these steering and suspension component failures, a thorough road test is necessary to check for knocks, vibrations, or poor handling that may persist despite the recent pass. The exhaust and engine management systems also require attention. The vehicle failed in November 2024 due to an inoperative engine MIL and an exhaust leak caused by a missing NOx sensor. Although the vehicle passed subsequent tests, the history of exhaust leaks and sensor issues suggests the emissions system may be temperamental. Finally, the recurring tyre wear advisories indicate that wheel alignment or suspension geometry should be verified to prevent premature replacement of new tyres.