Renault Trafic Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
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Is the Renault Trafic reliable? We analysed 2,295,828 real MOT tests across 175,187 vehicles to find out.
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The Renault Trafic is about average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include track rod end ball joint has excessive play, windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively and position lamp(s) not working. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Renault Trafic.
Renault Trafic Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Renault Trafic. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Renault Trafic MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Renault Trafic to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Renault Trafic Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Renault Trafic fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Renault Trafic Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Renault Trafic owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Renault Trafic MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Renault Trafic year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 89 | 86.5% | 37,101 | 49,987 | 69,577 |
| 2020 | 728 | 82.6% | 25,943 | 46,532 | 81,934 |
| 2019 | 48,531 | 78.0% | 38,928 | 60,422 | 86,986 |
| 2018 | 61,705 | 77.0% | 42,916 | 66,056 | 95,169 |
| 2017 | 105,351 | 76.3% | 45,408 | 70,327 | 101,930 |
| 2016 | 138,902 | 75.4% | 49,315 | 75,148 | 107,391 |
| 2015 | 134,996 | 73.7% | 54,602 | 81,054 | 113,167 |
| 2014 | 110,070 | 71.0% | 58,252 | 87,512 | 122,989 |
| 2013 | 81,922 | 69.6% | 63,642 | 94,948 | 133,391 |
| 2012 | 101,486 | 68.2% | 67,076 | 100,264 | 138,658 |
| 2011 | 138,238 | 66.6% | 67,922 | 102,258 | 140,516 |
| 2010 | 128,312 | 66.9% | 71,974 | 107,532 | 146,618 |
| 2009 | 87,196 | 67.1% | 69,561 | 106,336 | 147,158 |
| 2008 | 142,084 | 67.2% | 72,478 | 108,602 | 147,825 |
| 2007 | 174,430 | 66.1% | 73,074 | 108,502 | 147,296 |
| 2006 | 178,477 | 65.2% | 73,679 | 110,056 | 147,972 |
| 2005 | 158,888 | 65.3% | 74,824 | 110,454 | 147,760 |
| 2004 | 146,691 | 64.7% | 73,833 | 109,155 | 146,809 |
| 2003 | 118,885 | 64.7% | 75,652 | 110,208 | 146,050 |
| 2002 | 72,051 | 64.6% | 81,391 | 113,047 | 146,946 |
How Long Does a Renault Trafic Last?
Based on 175,187 Renault Trafic vehicles on UK roads.
Renault Trafic Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Renault Trafic 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 Trafic
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
86.5% MOT pass rate from 89 tests
57.5% MOT pass rate from 770 tests
The best year to buy a used Renault Trafic is 2021, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 86.5% across 89 tests. The 1983 model year has the lowest pass rate at 57.5% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How Does the Renault Trafic Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Renault Trafic THIS CAR | 68.2% | 2,295,828 | 96,196 mi | 37 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 |
| BMW X3 | 81.7% | 1,227,551 | 66,390 mi | 22 yrs |
Compared to the Renault Clio (67.1% pass rate) and the Renault Megane (67.3% pass rate), the Renault Trafic outperforms both on MOT reliability.
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The Renault Trafic has an overall MOT pass rate of 68.2% across 2,295,828 real MOT tests — roughly in line with the UK average.
The most common problems on the Renault Trafic are track rod end ball joint has excessive play (87,451 recorded failures), windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (47,215), and position lamp(s) not working (43,068). 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 Trafic owner drives around 8,040 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 Trafic models stay on UK roads for around 37 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.