2009 Renault Trafic 2.0L Diesel · RW07 MMM

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the MOT history indicates a clear trend of instability rather than a stable record. The most recent entry was a failed test on March 13, 2023, resulting in a mileage loss of 10,000 miles, which is significant for a vehicle built in 2009. This suggests that the car has experienced a series of failed inspections over the past two years, with the most recent failure occurring approximately 1.5 years ago. The gap between the March 2023 failure and the April 2025 pass indicates a period of significant wear and tear, likely driven by heavy usage or prolonged storage, rather than a consistent issue that has been resolved. Regarding the mileage pattern, the data is sparse and inconsistent with typical usage. The car has accumulated over 14,000 miles in roughly 17 years, averaging approximately 825 miles per year. While this is high for a used vehicle of that age, the lack of specific mileage loss in the most recent pass suggests that wear on consumables like tyres or wipers may have been managed, whereas the suspension and drivetrain components have likely deteriorated. The rapid mileage accumulation between the March 2023 failure and the April 2025 test indicates that the mechanical integrity of the chassis and suspension has been compromised, pointing to a structural risk that may not be resolved by routine servicing. Given the recurring failed tests and the high mileage accumulation, the buyer must inspect the vehicle for structural integrity and critical mechanical components. The most likely issues are binding rear brakes, failing suspension bushings, or significant corrosion on exhaust components, all of which are common causes of MOT failures in this age group. A thorough physical inspection is required to determine if these problems are minor consumables that can be addressed or if they represent a serious structural failure requiring immediate professional intervention.