2013 Renault Trafic 2.0L Diesel · SH13 XKU

The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness profile, having secured a clean MOT pass in February 2026 at 89,047 miles. The maintenance trend appears consistent, despite an anomalous failure recorded on 28 January 2026, just two miles prior to the pass. Since that specific failure listed no recorded defects, it likely represents a clerical error or a minor sensor trip that was rectified immediately before the successful test. The lack of recurring advisories across the last three years suggests the vehicle has remained in good mechanical condition without significant degradation. The mileage pattern reflects low annual usage, averaging approximately 6,850 miles per year over its thirteen-year life. However, there is a significant data gap between the March 2023 test at 30,226 miles and the January 2025 test at 88,424 miles, indicating the vehicle covered nearly 58,000 miles in just under two years. This sudden burst of activity places higher stress on the drivetrain, suspension, and braking components compared to the previous quieter period. The recent consistency confirms the vehicle is currently being used at a regular, light-duty interval. A buyer should focus their physical inspection on the rubber components and suspension bushes, which often perish during periods of standing followed by heavy use. Given the age of the vehicle, check the chassis for structural corrosion on the sills and floor pans, as the MOT record does not flag any past issues. While the history is clean, the high-mileage spike warrants a look at the brake calipers for binding and the condition of the shock absorbers to ensure the recent 58,000-mile interval did not cause accelerated mechanical wear.