2016 Renault Trafic 1.6L Diesel · SH66 BKD

The vehicle remains technically roadworthy but the maintenance history shows a worsening trend regarding the braking system components. The most recent test on June 3,2026 at 43,426 miles flagged thin front and rear brake pads alongside pitted and scored discs on both axles. This represents a clear progression from the 2025 test where only the discs were noted as worn, indicating that the owner is waiting for components to reach their failure limit rather than performing preventative maintenance between MOT intervals. The mileage profile is notably low for a ten-year-old van, averaging approximately 4,300 miles per year. There is a significant gap in usage between June 2022 at 24,103 miles and June 2024 at 33,089 miles, where the vehicle covered nearly 9,000 miles in two years. While low mileage generally reduces mechanical wear on the drivetrain, it often leads to accelerated corrosion of rubber components and metal, which is evidenced by the recurring issues with brake disc surfaces noted in the records. A buyer must prioritise a thorough inspection of the braking assembly, as the recurring pitting and scoring on the discs suggest long periods of sitting or a lack of cleaning. The tester also flagged the nearside rear tyre as being near the legal limit in two consecutive tests in 2025 and 2026, which suggests a persistent alignment issue or uneven suspension wear that remains unaddressed. The minor oil leak reported in 2023 should also be verified to ensure it has not developed into a more significant gasket failure given the low-mileage operation.