2016 Renault Trafic 1.6L Diesel · SJ16 NPL

The vehicle presents a stable but aging maintenance profile, with the most recent MOT on 23 January 2026 at 108,817 miles showing a pass despite several advisory items. The record indicates a trend of wear in the front suspension components and braking system. While the vehicle passed its most recent test, the presence of worn Macpherson strut pins and bushes on both sides, alongside thinning front brake pads, suggests that consumable components are reaching the end of their service life. The mileage accumulation appears consistent with a commercial vehicle of this age, averaging approximately 10,800 miles per year. The data shows steady progression from 87,527 miles in January 2023 to 108,817 miles in January 2026. This regular usage pattern suggests the vehicle has not been sitting idle for long periods, which typically helps prevent certain types of deterioration like seized calipers or perished seals, though it does mean mechanical components are subject to expected operational wear. A prospective buyer should focus heavily on the front suspension and steering assembly during a physical inspection. The history shows a recurring pattern of play in anti-roll bar linkage ball joints, which appeared in both the January 2024 failure and the January 2025 test. Although the January 2024 failure for a fractured nearside rear coil spring was resolved, the subsequent advisories for strut pins and bushes indicate that the front suspension is currently the primary area of concern. The recent advisory for thinning front brake pads requires immediate attention to avoid a future failure or compromised stopping performance. You should also inspect the rear tyres, as the January 2024 record flagged perishing on both rear tyres. While these issues are largely related to wear and tear rather than structural integrity, the frequency of suspension-related advisories suggests the vehicle will require upcoming investment in bushings, ball joints, and potentially shock absorbers to maintain roadworthiness.