2010 Renault Trafic 2.0L Diesel · WN60 LVL

The Renault Trafic’s MOT history presents a stable but unusual pattern, with the vehicle passing its most recent test in August 2025 at 125,726 miles, just days after a failure at 125,716 miles—both without any defects recorded. This back-to-back pass/fail sequence suggests the failures were likely administrative or procedural rather than mechanical, given the absence of advisories or defects in either test. The previous two annual tests in July 2024 also followed the same pass/fail pattern at similar mileage intervals (117,250 and 117,245 miles), reinforcing the likelihood of non-mechanical issues causing the failures. There is no evidence of recurring mechanical advisories or defects, which would typically indicate deteriorating components such as suspension bushes, brake binding, or corrosion. The clean MOT records over the past three years imply the vehicle has been maintained to meet basic roadworthiness standards, though the repeated failures raise questions about the tester’s consistency or potential minor oversights in documentation. The Trafic’s mileage accumulation aligns closely with its age, averaging around 7,858 miles per year—a pace consistent with moderate use rather than heavy commercial or private operation. The gaps between tests are standard, with annual checks falling within the expected DVSA window, and there’s no indication of rapid mileage spikes or prolonged inactivity that might suggest neglect or infrequent use. The mileage increments between tests (approximately 570 miles in 2023, 4,679 miles in 2024, and 8,476 miles in 2025) show a gradual increase, which could reflect seasonal variations in usage rather than any mechanical stress. The absence of advisories or defects in the MOT history further supports the idea that the vehicle has been serviced adequately to prevent major wear issues, though the lack of recorded mileage between the 2023 and 2024 tests (a gap of roughly 5,000 miles) might warrant closer inspection of service records for that period. For a prospective buyer, the primary focus should be on components not covered by the MOT but critical to long-term reliability, particularly given the vehicle’s age and mileage. The suspension—including coil springs, anti-roll bars, and bushings—should be checked for wear, as these are not routinely inspected during MOT tests but can degrade significantly over time. Braking performance, including the condition of brake discs, pads, and calipers, should be verified, even though no binding or excessive wear was recorded in the MOTs. Structural integrity is another key area; while the MOTs show no corrosion advisories, a thorough inspection of the chassis, sills, and wheel arches for hidden rust or damage is essential, especially in a van that may have been exposed to varying conditions. Additionally, the exhaust system and emissions should be visually and functionally assessed, as these are not always thoroughly checked in every MOT, particularly if the vehicle has been driven in urban or stop-start conditions. The absence of advisories does not guarantee these systems are flawless, so a pre-purchase inspection by a qualified mechanic is strongly recommended.