Renault Traffic Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
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Is the Renault Traffic reliable? We analysed 4,751 real MOT tests across 364 vehicles to find out.
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The Renault Traffic is about average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include track rod end ball joint has excessive play, parking brake: efficiency below requirements and windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Renault Traffic.
Renault Traffic Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Renault Traffic. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Renault Traffic MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Renault Traffic to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Renault Traffic Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Renault Traffic fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Renault Traffic Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Renault Traffic owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Renault Traffic MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Renault Traffic year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2012 | 373 | 71.0% | 76,944 | 113,093 | 154,686 |
| 2011 | 186 | 71.5% | 61,495 | 100,368 | 138,969 |
| 2010 | 183 | 71.0% | 54,382 | 75,592 | 121,879 |
| 2009 | 128 | 66.4% | 65,056 | 100,304 | 138,040 |
| 2008 | 363 | 68.3% | 64,231 | 100,100 | 142,454 |
| 2007 | 405 | 70.9% | 53,476 | 94,441 | 132,988 |
| 2006 | 270 | 64.1% | 48,222 | 79,342 | 125,282 |
| 2005 | 402 | 69.4% | 70,964 | 103,152 | 141,304 |
| 2004 | 355 | 61.4% | 69,178 | 107,204 | 137,864 |
| 2003 | 350 | 66.9% | 72,593 | 105,485 | 145,251 |
| 2002 | 313 | 61.7% | 97,534 | 135,601 | 170,536 |
| 2001 | 58 | 58.6% | 165,723 | 220,285 | 223,339 |
| 2000 | 113 | 61.1% | 86,669 | 107,417 | 120,217 |
| 1999 | 68 | 72.1% | 84,232 | 96,056 | 114,839 |
| 1998 | 111 | 73.0% | 26,908 | 51,155 | 100,614 |
| 1997 | 57 | 61.4% | 84,585 | 90,755 | 113,957 |
| 1996 | 103 | 63.1% | 48,152 | 60,437 | 106,756 |
| 1995 | 151 | 60.3% | 49,238 | 93,207 | 130,923 |
| 1993 | 100 | 63.0% | 68,608 | 101,999 | 133,459 |
| 1989 | 57 | 64.9% | 69,772 | 75,410 | 89,777 |
How Long Does a Renault Traffic Last?
Based on 364 Renault Traffic vehicles on UK roads.
Renault Traffic Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Renault Traffic MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.
Best Year to Buy a Used Renault Traffic
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
73.0% MOT pass rate from 111 tests
58.6% MOT pass rate from 58 tests
The best year to buy a used Renault Traffic is 1998, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 73.0% across 111 tests. The 2001 model year has the lowest pass rate at 58.6% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How Does the Renault Traffic Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Renault Traffic THIS CAR | 66.4% | 4,751 | 100,854 mi | 43 yrs |
| Renault Clio | 67.1% | 14,729,048 | 62,807 mi | 33 yrs |
| Renault Megane | 67.3% | 7,306,346 | 70,453 mi | 30 yrs |
| Renault Laguna | 64.6% | 2,783,232 | 89,257 mi | 32 yrs |
| Yamaha XQ125 | 74.2% | 3,282 | 11,948 mi | 25 yrs |
Compared to the Renault Clio (67.1% pass rate) and the Renault Megane (67.3% pass rate), the Renault Traffic trails behind on MOT reliability.
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Check a specific Renault TrafficShould you buy a used Renault Traffic?
The Renault Traffic has an overall MOT pass rate of 66.4% across 4,751 real MOT tests — roughly in line with the UK average.
The most common problems on the Renault Traffic are track rod end ball joint has excessive play (170 recorded failures), parking brake: efficiency below requirements (147), and windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (129). These are the faults most likely to cause an MOT failure on this model, so check for them carefully on any test drive or pre-purchase inspection. Many are wear-and-tear items that can be budgeted for, but a car that's already failing on multiple fronts may signal neglected maintenance.
A typical Renault Traffic owner drives around 5,694 miles per year. If the car you're looking at is significantly above this, expect more wear on suspension, brakes and tyres. If it's well below, the vehicle may have been sitting unused — check for perished rubber, corroded discs and stale fluids.
In terms of longevity, most Renault Traffic models stay on UK roads for around 43 years — a strong showing that suggests solid build quality and readily available parts. If you're buying one that's already approaching that window, the data suggests it has plenty of life left provided it's been maintained.
Before committing to a purchase, we recommend running a full vehicle history check on the specific car. This will reveal any outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies that the seller may not disclose — and that the MOT data alone can't tell you.