2009 Renault Trafic 2.0L Diesel · OV59 LZM

The vehicle presents a concerning maintenance profile characterized by a worsening trend in mechanical wear and deferred repairs. While it passed its latest test in September 2025 at 265,770 miles, this followed a significant failure just four days prior. The record shows a recurring failure to address underlying issues, particularly regarding the steering and braking systems, which persist or escalate across multiple years. The presence of an ongoing oil leak and corroded brake pipes suggests that the owner only performs the minimum work required to pass an MOT rather than performing proactive preventative maintenance. At 17 years old, the vehicle has covered 265,770 miles, averaging over 15,000 miles per year. This high level of usage has placed significant strain on the drivetrain and suspension components. Between September 2023 and September 2025, the vehicle covered 28,249 miles, indicating heavy commercial use. This rapid mileage accumulation explains the frequent degradation of rubber components, such as the constant velocity boots and steering rack seals, which have failed repeatedly or shown persistent seepage throughout the high-mileage history. A prospective buyer must closely inspect the steering system, as the record notes play in the steering rack inner joints and persistent seepage from the rack itself. The braking system requires a thorough check due to a history of binding offside rear brakes, corroded brake pipes, and a snapped parking brake cable noted in 2023. Furthermore, the suspension shows signs of advanced fatigue with repeated issues involving MacPherson strut pins, ball joints, and anti-roll bar linkages. The recurring failure of the CV boots indicates a high risk of imminent damage to the drive shaft joints if these components are not replaced immediately.