2013 Renault Trafic 2.0L Diesel · SL63 ABX

The vehicle presents a generally stable maintenance profile, though the most recent MOT in June 2025 at 137,882 miles indicates a shift toward wear-related suspension issues. While the van passed the 2024 test with no defects, the tester flagged severely deteriorated dust covers on both front anti-roll bar linkage ball joints. This suggests that while major mechanical failures are infrequent, the vehicle is entering a phase where rubber components and suspension linkages require more frequent attention to prevent larger failures. The mileage accumulation is consistent with a commercial vehicle of this age, averaging approximately 10,600 miles per year. The data shows steady usage without significant periods of inactivity, moving from 74,652 miles in August 2019 to 137,882 miles in June 2025. This predictable usage pattern suggests the vehicle has been a regular workhorse rather than sitting idle, which typically helps prevent seized components, though it does mean consumables like tyres and brakes are subject to standard wear. A prospective buyer should prioritize a physical inspection of the braking system and front-end suspension. The record shows a history of brake-related issues, including worn and pitted discs in 2018 and 2021, and an imbalance in the front brakes noted during the July 2023 test at 127,022 miles. The recent deterioration of the anti-roll bar dust covers implies that the suspension bushings and ball joints may soon require replacement to maintain handling integrity. The history also reveals a tendency for minor electrical and consumable neglect, such as the failed tests in 2019, 2020, and 2021 due to blown bulbs and worn tyres. While these are minor, they indicate that the previous owners occasionally deferred basic upkeep until the MOT inspection. Checking the condition of the windscreen wipers, lighting, and tyre tread depths would be a sensible precaution to ensure no similar minor maintenance tasks have been overlooked since the last test.