2022 Renault Trafic LL30 B-Ness + Blue DCI 2.0L Diesel · YR22 YAY

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, having passed its most recent MOT on 1 May 2026 at 70,770 miles with no defects recorded. The maintenance trend shows a recent improvement following a poor showing in April 2025. While the 2026 test was clean, the previous year revealed a lack of preventative care regarding critical suspension and safety components. The mileage is high for a four year old vehicle, averaging over 17,000 miles per year. Between the April 2025 test at 53,304 miles and the May 2026 test, the vehicle covered 17,466 miles. This rapid accumulation puts significant stress on the drivetrain and chassis, meaning wear and tear will progress faster than on a typical low-mileage example. The April 2025 failure highlights a period of neglect. The tester flagged a serious fluid leak and negligible damping on the nearside front shock absorber, alongside oil misting on the offside front unit. These failures, combined with a damaged windscreen and a nail in the tyre, suggest the previous owner ignored obvious physical deterioration. Although these issues were resolved by the 26 April 2025 pass, the initial failure indicates a reactive rather than proactive approach to maintenance. A buyer should specifically inspect the front suspension and shock absorbers to ensure the replacements were of high quality and remain leak-free. Given the high mileage and the history of suspension failure, checking the condition of the suspension bushes and coil springs is essential. Inspecting the tyres for uneven wear will confirm if the previous suspension issues caused alignment problems that remain unresolved.