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F717 MFT

1989 Renault Trafic

Beige Petrol 1721cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Sep 2026
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

117,298 mi
Last recorded117,298 miles
Recorded on24 Sep 2025
Typical for 1989 Renault Trafic82,254 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF717 MFT
MakeRenault
ModelTrafic
Year1989
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,721cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 24 Sep 2025 117,298 miles

EXHAUST HANGERS BROKEN / MISSING BUT EXHAUST STILL SECURE

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Front Service brake binding but not excessively BOTH SIDES (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy BOTH SDIES (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Fail 11 Sep 2025 117,283 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced chaassis (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced chassis (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

EXHAUST HANGERS BROKEN / MISSING BUT EXHAUST STILL SECURE

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Front Service brake binding but not excessively BOTH SIDES (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy BOTH SDIES (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 12 Mar 2018 97,022 miles

o/s/r valance corroded outside prescribed areas

Pass 31 Mar 2017 96,323 miles

Coolant leak ()

Fail 21 Mar 2017 96,303 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Offside Front suspension ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded inner and outer valance (2.4.A.3)

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

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)

Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded both sides cross member (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1) DANGEROUS

Coolant leak ()

Pass 18 Apr 2016 95,760 miles
Fail 15 Apr 2016 95,750 miles

Nearside Front Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 23 May 2012 93,110 miles

Nearside Front Lower Brake hose slightly chafed (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Lower Brake hose slightly chafed (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 27 May 2011 90,406 miles

n/s sill in poor condition [corroded]

stearing a bit stiff

Pass 1 Jun 2010 89,445 miles

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

slight corrosion n/s sill area

Pass 30 May 2009 88,177 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2008 86,763 miles
Fail 1 Apr 2008 86,732 miles

Centre Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Driver's seat insecure (6.2.A.1)

Nearside Front Body or chassis has an inadequate repair, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Rear Exhaust mounting missing (7.1.1b)

Pass 20 Mar 2007 84,402 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2006 82,846 miles
Fail 15 Mar 2006 82,811 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

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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F717 MFT is a 1989 Renault Trafic in Beige with a 1,721cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

Across all 1989 Renault Trafic models, the average MOT pass rate is 60.6% with a typical mileage of 82,254 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 F717 MFT, 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 37 years old, this Renault Trafic is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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F717 MFT is a 1989 Renault Trafic, first registered on 1 March 1989.

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