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FG53 SVE

2003 Renault Trafic

White Diesel 1870cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Mar 2024
Tests26 (17 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate65.4%

Mileage

96,913 mi
Last recorded96,913 miles
Recorded on1 May 2026
Typical for 2003 Renault Trafic110,208 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFG53 SVE
MakeRenault
ModelTrafic
Year2003
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,870cc

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MOT History

17 pass 9 fail
Fail 1 May 2026 96,913 miles

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

Hazard warning switch inoperative (4.4.2 (a) (ii))

Headlamp aim unable to be tested headlights not working (4.1.2 (b))

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

Nearside Front Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))

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

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 16 Mar 2023 67,830 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2022 66,706 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2021 64,821 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2020 62,507 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2019 60,517 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2018 58,558 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2016 55,648 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre outer sidewall damaged

Nearside Rear tyre sidewalls perished/cracked

Offside Rear tyre sidewalls perished/cracked

Pass 28 Aug 2015 52,690 miles

both front to rear brake pipes slightly corroded

Fail 28 Aug 2015 52,699 miles

Nearside Rear Brake cable insecure (3.5.1d)

Nearside Rear brake cable corroded

both front to rear brake pipes slightly corroded

Pass 28 Aug 2014 49,352 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

inner rear brake pads appear low

n/s/f tyre 3 mm and low on edge

n/s/r tyre side wall damaged

Fail 28 Aug 2014 49,352 miles

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

inner rear brake pads appear low

n/s/f tyre 3 mm and low on edge

n/s/r tyre side wall damaged

Pass 30 Aug 2013 46,763 miles

n/s/r tyre side wall damaged

Fail 29 Aug 2013 46,763 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision worn smooth (3.3.A.1b)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

clutch peddel worn smooth

inner front brake pads appear low

n/s/r tyre side wall damaged

Pass 29 Aug 2012 44,199 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

n/s/r tyre side wall damaged

Fail 29 Aug 2012 44,199 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

inner pads ?

n/s/r tyre side wall damaged

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 13 Sep 2011 41,257 miles

n/s/r tyres side wall damaged

Fail 13 Sep 2011 41,257 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Brake hose has insufficient room to move, resulting in fouling on any part (3.6.B.4a)

Offside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.8)

n/s/r tyres side wall damaged

Pass 28 Sep 2010 38,610 miles

n/s/r tyre 3 mm

Fail 27 Sep 2010 38,610 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

n/s/r tyre 3 mm

Pass 26 Oct 2009 34,258 miles

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

n/s/f tyre 3 mm

play in steering rack ends

Pass 31 Oct 2008 29,826 miles

covers fitted under car

play in steering rack ends

Fail 29 Oct 2008 29,826 miles

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

Offside Front Macpherson strut has excessive movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)

covers fitted under car

play in steering rack ends

Pass 25 Oct 2007 24,865 miles
Fail 24 Oct 2007 24,865 miles

Track rod end loose (2.2.B.1d)

Pass 26 Oct 2006 16,423 miles

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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FG53 SVE is a 2003 Renault Trafic in White with a 1,870cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 65.4%.

Across all 2003 Renault Trafic models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.7% with a typical mileage of 110,208 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 FG53 SVE, 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 23 years old, this Renault Trafic is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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FG53 SVE is a 2003 Renault Trafic, first registered on 29 October 2003.

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