2016 Renault Trafic 1.6L Diesel · RJ66 CXY

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance trend shows a recent shift toward deferred attention. While it passed the latest test in October 2025 at 54,144 miles, it returned with multiple new advisories that were absent in previous years. The transition from a clean sheet in late 2024 to a list of mechanical and lighting-related defects in 2025 suggests that basic preventative maintenance is only being addressed when faults threaten an MOT failure. The mileage profile is notably low for a ten-year-old van, averaging approximately 5,400 miles per year. There is a consistent pattern of use between 2022 and 2025, with roughly 18,000 miles covered over that specific three-year period. However, low annual mileage often leads to the degradation of rubber components and the seizing of moving parts. The failure in November 2023 at 42,683 miles due to a worn ball joint indicates that the suspension components are experiencing agerelated despite the low odometer reading. A buyer must inspect the nearside front braking system, as the tester flagged a binding caliper in the 2025 test. This condition often indicates a sticking piston or seized slider pin which will lead to uneven pad wear and increased heat. The nearside rear tyre is also nearing the legal limit and shows edge wear, potentially pointing to alignment issues or a worn suspension bush. Given the 2023 failure regarding an inoperative engine malfunction indicator light, a diagnostic scan is essential to ensure the engine management system has no hidden or recurring fault codes. Physical inspection of the lighting assemblies and stop lamp is also required to ensure all bulbs and sensors remain functional.