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C961 FJX

1985 Renault Trafic

Beige Diesel 1647cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jun 2010
Tests4 (2 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

94,502 mi
Last recorded94,502 miles
Recorded on27 Jun 2009
Typical for 1985 Renault Trafic80,862 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC961 FJX
MakeRenault
ModelTrafic
Year1985
ColourBeige
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,647cc

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MOT History

2 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Jun 2009 94,502 miles

Battery insecure

Nearside Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1a)

both rear tyres perished

sills corroded at rear

Fail 11 Jun 2009 94,502 miles

Brake load sensing valve linkage seized (3.6.E.3)

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Front Macpherson strut insecure (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Front Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Battery insecure

both rear tyres perished

sills corroded at rear

Pass 19 Jun 2008 93,915 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Front Macpherson strut is slightly stiff in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)

o/s/r tyre perished

Fail 17 Jun 2008 93,915 miles

Brake pipe inadequately clipped (3.6.B.1)

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Front Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Front Macpherson strut is slightly stiff in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)

o/s/r tyre perished

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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C961 FJX is a 1985 Renault Trafic in Beige with a 1,647cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1985 Renault Trafic models, the average MOT pass rate is 60.7% with a typical mileage of 80,862 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 C961 FJX, 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 41 years old, this Renault Trafic is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was C961 FJX registered?

C961 FJX is a 1985 Renault Trafic, first registered on 1 August 1985.

Is C961 FJX safe to buy?

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