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BU16 EXG

2016 Renault Trafic

Silver Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Feb 2026
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

61,677 mi
Last recorded61,677 miles
Recorded on14 Feb 2025
Typical for 2016 Renault Trafic75,148 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU16 EXG
MakeRenault
ModelTrafic
Year2016
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 Feb 2025 61,677 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 1 Feb 2024 42,135 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged Outside sidewall. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Fail 25 Jan 2024 41,892 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively Aero style blade. (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Outer Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged Outside sidewall. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Daytime Running Light not working.

Pass 19 Oct 2022 23,826 miles
Pass 10 May 2022 23,228 miles
Pass 17 May 2021 18,252 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 14 May 2021 18,251 miles

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

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin getting low (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 18 May 2020 14,783 miles
Fail 13 May 2020 14,781 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision worn smooth worn through (1.1.2 (c))

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed Outer side wall curb damage (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid Topped up washer bottle (3.5 (a))

Pass 10 May 2019 10,895 miles

Nearside Front tyre sidewall damaged slightly

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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BU16 EXG is a 2016 Renault Trafic in Silver with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

Across all 2016 Renault Trafic models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.4% with a typical mileage of 75,148 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 BU16 EXG, 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 10 years old, this Renault Trafic is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was BU16 EXG registered?

BU16 EXG is a 2016 Renault Trafic, first registered on 16 May 2016.

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