2018 Renault Trafic 1.6L Diesel · RO68 NHM

The most recent MOT on 2025‑10‑08 at 316,962 miles resulted in a FAIL, with the tester flagging an inoperative registration plate lamp, front brake pads below 1.5 mm, front discs significantly worn, slight engine bay fumes and an offside track‑rod end ball joint with play. This follows a PASS on the same day that only noted advisories, indicating the vehicle’s condition deteriorated between the two inspections. The pattern of brake‑related failures and recurring lamp issues shows a worsening maintenance trend rather than a stable or improving one. Mileage accumulation has been consistently high since 2022. Between 2022‑10‑18 (207,860 mi) and 2025‑10‑08 (316,962 mi) the vehicle added roughly 109,000 mi over three years, averaging about 36,000 mi annually. The jump from 281,620 mi in October 2024 to 316,962 mi a year later is 35,342 mi, well above typical usage for an eight‑year‑old van. Such rapid mileage suggests heavy duty cycles and accelerated wear on consumables and mechanical components. Recurring faults point to specific areas a buyer must examine in person. The front brake system shows pad thinning and disc wear, while the rear discs were noted as worn in 2023. The offside track‑rod end exhibits play, indicating suspension bush or joint deterioration. Exhaust corrosion appears in multiple records, as does windscreen damage, and several lamp circuits (daytime running, front position, registration plate) have failed. Tyre distortion was recorded on the nearside rear, and the load‑area seal was repeatedly flagged as sealed (advisory). A prospective owner should request a hands‑on inspection of the brake pads and discs, the track‑rod end joint, and the exhaust system for active corrosion. Lamp functionality should be tested, especially the registration plate lamp and front position lamps, and the windscreen examined for chips or cracks. Tyre condition and the load‑area seal need visual confirmation. The high mileage and the documented pattern of neglected brake and corrosion maintenance imply that routine servicing may have been insufficient, so a thorough pre‑purchase mechanical check is essential.