2020 Renault Trafic Business Energy DCI 2.0L Diesel · OU70 DVM

A consistent run of clean MOT passes defines this 2020 Renault Trafic, with the most recent test on 04 February 2026 returning a pass with no defects recorded, supported by further passes on 19 November 2025, 29 November 2024, and 20 November 2023. The single failure noted on the same date as the 2024 pass (29 November 2024) carries no defect entries against the vehicle, suggesting the issue was addressed and rectified at the test centre on the same day, allowing the vehicle to be presented and passed shortly after. Across the entire five-test history there are no recorded advisories, no recurring component flags, and no progressive deterioration patterns, which collectively points to a stable mechanical condition rather than the rust, brake, or suspension wear commonly seen in vans of this age and duty cycle. For a prospective buyer, the absence of any advisory history means there are no specific flagged items from official testing to investigate, only the general wear expectations of a working commercial vehicle. With 61,812 miles recorded over six years, the Trafic is accumulating roughly 10,300 miles annually, a figure broadly typical for a light commercial van that sees regular but not intensive fleet or trade use. There are no significant gaps in the testing timeline, indicating the vehicle has remained on the road consistently and has not been subject to long SORN periods that might bring dormant-condition risks such as seized brakes, perished hoses, or flat-spotted tyres. This steady accumulation rather than a low or erratic mileage pattern is reassuring mechanically, as vans left standing for extended periods often develop issues from infrequent use, whereas this one has clearly been working consistently enough to keep consumables and lubricants in regular service. Given the clean advisory history, the buyer should focus inspection effort on the components that working vans of this mileage typically present for wear even when not yet flagged. On a test drive, listen for any clonking or knocking from the front suspension over uneven surfaces, which would indicate worn lower control arm bushes, anti-roll bar links, or top mount bearings, and pay particular attention to the steering for any vagueness or juddering that might point to worn track rod ends or drop link deterioration. Apply the brakes firmly from speed to check for any pulling to one side, suggesting a binding or seized caliper, and listen for a grinding or scraping noise that could indicate pad material transfer onto the discs. At low speed, perform several full lock turns in both directions to expose any knocking from the power steering system or CV joint wear. Given the Trafic is a diesel van now into its seventh year, a thorough physical inspection should also cover areas that MOT testing does not fully assess. Examine the underside, including subframe mounting points, brake pipes, and fuel lines, for any surface corrosion that could develop into an MOT failure within the next test cycle, particularly given the prevalence of road salt exposure for commercial vehicles. Check the condition and pressure of all tyres, including the spare, as uneven wear between axles can indicate alignment or suspension geometry issues. Finally, request evidence of timely diesel particulate filter regeneration behaviour on a sustained drive, as DPFs on vans with mixed urban and motorway use can become saturated if predominantly used for short trips, and confirm that the timing belt or chain service interval is documented in line with Renault's specified schedule for the 2.0 dCi engine.