2005 Renault Trafic 1.9L Diesel · WN55 OWV

The vehicle remains roadworthy but the maintenance trend shows a worsening pattern of mechanical wear and deferred component replacement. While the most recent test in December 2024 at 187,333 miles passed, it introduced three new advisories regarding thin brake pads and worn tyres on both axles. The persistence of play in the steering rack inner joints, which was first flagged in December 2023 and unresolved, indicates that the owner is opting to live with steering faults rather than performing proactive repairs. The mileage pattern is consistent with a vehicle of this age, averaging approximately 9,000 miles per year. There is a clear interval of roughly 24,000 miles recorded between the December 2022 and December 2023 tests, and another 24,000 miles between late 2023 and late 2024. This steady usage suggests regular operation, but the cumulative mileage of over 187,000 miles places significant stress on the drivetrain, suspension components, and braking system. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the steering and front suspension assembly. The recurring issues with the steering rack inner joints and the previous failure of the nearside front lower arm ball joint and anti-roll bar linkages suggest the front-end geometry is degrading. The rear braking system also requires attention; the record shows a history of the offside rear brake binding from 2021 through 2022. You should also verify the oil leak noted in late 2023 to ensure it has not escalated into a significant engine seal failure.