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FM51 NSU

2002 Renault Trafic

Silver Diesel 1870cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Mar 2022
Tests21 (14 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

211,894 mi
Last recorded211,894 miles
Recorded on3 Mar 2021
Typical for 2002 Renault Trafic113,047 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFM51 NSU
MakeRenault
ModelTrafic
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,870cc

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MOT History

14 pass 7 fail
Pass 3 Mar 2021 211,894 miles

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

corrosion to sills/wheels arches

function of hazard light switch

Pass 26 Nov 2019 198,748 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Nov 2018 192,601 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

slight oil leak

Pass 16 Oct 2017 183,438 miles

Offside Front indicator lens damaged borderline

chip in windscreen

wear in steering rack

Fail 16 Oct 2017 183,436 miles

Nearside Front Lower Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

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

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

Offside Front indicator lens damaged borderline

chip in windscreen

wear in steering rack

Pass 12 Oct 2016 168,840 miles

wear in steering rack

Fail 12 Oct 2016 168,839 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)

wear in steering rack

Pass 16 Oct 2015 154,034 miles

corrosion on both main brake pipes

o/s cv boot perishing

Pass 10 Oct 2014 141,764 miles

lift in o/s/f shocker

wear in o/s/f droplink wear

Pass 27 Sep 2013 125,927 miles

n/s/f tyre cracking

o/s/f and n/s/f steering rack ends slight play

o/s/f brake slight binding

Fail 27 Sep 2013 125,927 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

n/s/f tyre cracking

o/s/f and n/s/f steering rack ends slight play

o/s/f brake slight binding

Pass 16 Oct 2012 118,156 miles

Hazard Light Switch Temperamental

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

Offside Outer Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 7 Oct 2011 115,442 miles

Nearside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Fail 24 Sep 2011 115,404 miles

Brake load sensing valve has been disconnected and was fitted as standard (3.6.E.2)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Nearside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Pass 22 Jun 2009 107,513 miles
Fail 17 Jun 2009 107,152 miles

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 19 Jun 2008 94,665 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2008 94,466 miles

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

Pass 25 May 2007 87,018 miles

1.slight play in both front nsteering rack ends

Pass 14 Aug 2006 76,285 miles
Fail 14 Aug 2006 76,270 miles

Rear registration plate dirty (6.3.1d)

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

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.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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FM51 NSU is a 2002 Renault Trafic in Silver with a 1,870cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2002 Renault Trafic models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.6% with a typical mileage of 113,047 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 FM51 NSU, 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 24 years old, this Renault Trafic is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of FM51 NSU?

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What year was FM51 NSU registered?

FM51 NSU is a 2002 Renault Trafic, first registered on 28 January 2002.

Is FM51 NSU safe to buy?

The MOT history for FM51 NSU shows 21 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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