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BU08 YVZ

2008 Renault Trafic

White Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Sep 2021
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

235,019 mi
Last recorded235,019 miles
Recorded on22 Sep 2020
Typical for 2008 Renault Trafic108,602 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU08 YVZ
MakeRenault
ModelTrafic
Year2008
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Sep 2020 235,019 miles

Nearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Sep 2019 207,947 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material n/s centre pipe corroded (1.1.11 (c))

front brakes show an imbalance

n/s/f upper mount slightly rough lock to lock

o/s steering rack has play/wear detected

o/s/f upper mount has play/lift

Fail 16 Sep 2019 207,943 miles

Engine mounting damaged or deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (6.1.8 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn wishbone bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material n/s centre pipe corroded (1.1.11 (c))

front brakes show an imbalance

n/s/f upper mount slightly rough lock to lock

o/s steering rack has play/wear detected

o/s/f upper mount has play/lift

Pass 15 Aug 2018 206,808 miles
Fail 7 Aug 2018 206,802 miles

Bonnet primary retaining device ineffective unable to open/areas not tested (3.1 (c))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

both front brake flexi hoses are not in there mountings

Pass 6 Jun 2017 204,323 miles
Pass 25 May 2016 191,330 miles

Oil leak

Pass 5 Jun 2015 181,007 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2014 167,080 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2013 161,558 miles
Pass 22 May 2012 136,265 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

brake pedal anti slip rubber wearing thin

front brake discs worn and corroded

Pass 24 Feb 2011 101,127 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

How Reliable is the Renault Trafic?

Based on 2,295,828 MOT tests across 175,187 vehicles.

68.2%
Pass Rate
8,040
Miles/Year
37
Year Lifespan
175,187
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Track rod end ball joint has excessive play 87,451
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 47,215
position lamp(s) not working 43,068
Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint 42,772
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 33,030
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BU08 YVZ is a 2008 Renault Trafic in White with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 2008 Renault Trafic models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.2% with a typical mileage of 108,602 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Renault Trafic fails its MOT is track rod end ball joint has excessive play, accounting for 87,451 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BU08 YVZ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Renault Trafic typically stays on UK roads for around 37 years. At 18 years old, this Renault Trafic is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was BU08 YVZ registered?

BU08 YVZ is a 2008 Renault Trafic, first registered on 1 March 2008.

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