2017 Renault Trafic 1.6L Diesel · SA67 FFT

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, though the maintenance history indicates a reactive approach to repairs rather than preventative servicing. The most recent test on 23 September 2025 at 78,664 miles initially failed due to an excessively worn nearside front suspension arm ball joint. While this fault was rectified immediately to secure a pass the same day, the failure suggests the owner only addresses mechanical components once they reach a point of legal-critical failure. The mileage pattern is consistent with a nine-year-old commercial vehicle, averaging approximately 8,740 miles per annum. Between September 2024 at 71,206 miles and September 2025 at 78,664 miles, the vehicle covered 7,458 miles. This steady usage suggests regular operation rather than long periods of standing, though the failure in the 2024 test at 71,204 miles regarding an inoperative engine management light indicates a past oversight in electronic system monitoring. A buyer should perform a thorough physical inspection of the front suspension geometry to ensure the ball joint replacement has not caused uneven tyre wear or affected the steering bushings. The previous failure of the MIL malfunction light warrants a diagnostic scan to ensure no hidden fault codes remain active in the engine management system. Given the age and nature of the Renault Trafic, close inspection of the chassis for corrosion on mounting points and exhaust lines is essential, as the record does not explicitly detail structural integrity concerns beyond the basic pass requirements.