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G179 JUJ

1989 Renault Trafic

White Diesel 2068cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Jun 2027
Tests33 (19 pass, 14 fail)
Pass rate57.6%

Mileage

153,603 mi
Last recorded153,603 miles
Recorded on13 Jun 2026
Typical for 1989 Renault Trafic82,254 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG179 JUJ
MakeRenault
ModelTrafic
Year1989
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,068cc

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MOT History

19 pass 14 fail
Pass 13 Jun 2026 153,603 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))

heavily undersealed

Fail 7 May 2026 153,603 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Holes inside strut turret (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis at spring hanger (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength holes inner wing (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis at spring hanger (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material heavily undersealed throughout (1.1.11 (c))

Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Jun 2025 153,603 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material underseal covered throughout (1.1.11 (c))

Driver's view Items removed from driver's view prior to test (3.1 (a) (ii))

Exhaust bandage repair & tied up at centre mount.

Nearside Nearside parking brake efficiency only half of offside.

Nearside Outer grease escaping past clip.

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

Nearside Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt smaller end deteriorated. (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Suspension component mounting repair covered in underseal Extensive heavily underseal covered patch repairs throughout. (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Fail 4 Jun 2025 153,603 miles

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength holes inner sill/arch near spring anchor. (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material underseal covered throughout (1.1.11 (c))

Driver's view Items removed from driver's view prior to test (3.1 (a) (ii))

Exhaust bandage repair & tied up at centre mount.

Nearside Nearside parking brake efficiency only half of offside.

Nearside Outer grease escaping past clip.

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

Nearside Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt smaller end deteriorated. (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Occasional seat/folding bed in rear.

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Suspension component mounting repair covered in underseal Extensive heavily underseal covered patch repairs throughout. (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Jul 2024 153,603 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material underseal covered throughout (1.1.11 (c))

Extensive welded repairs/heavily undersealed.

Fail 27 Jun 2024 153,603 miles

Battery insecure and likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength box section at spring hanger mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis behind axle (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inside strut turret (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength box section at spring hanger mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis behind axle (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material underseal covered throughout (1.1.11 (c))

Extensive welded repairs/heavily undersealed.

Pass 28 Jul 2023 153,603 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material grease covered throughout (1.1.11 (c))

Rear jack points beginning to corrode.

Welded repair patches heavily undersealed

Fail 27 Jul 2023 153,603 miles

Offside Front Steering locking device ineffective lower ball joint nut (2.1.3 (d))

Towbar attachment insecure bolts loose/missing (6.1.6 (c) (i))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material grease covered throughout (1.1.11 (c))

Rear jack points beginning to corrode.

Welded repair patches heavily undersealed

Pass 30 Sep 2022 153,603 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2019 153,603 miles

Nearside Front Lower Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Fail 6 Sep 2019 153,597 miles

All direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

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

Horn sound not in accordance with requirements (7.7 (c))

Nearside Stop lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.3.3 (b))

Offside Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))

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

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Nearside Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 25 Sep 2018 147,864 miles
Fail 15 May 2018 147,819 miles

Nearside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings inner arch step yellow chalked (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings outer sill yellow chalked (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings outer and inner sill yellow chalked near jacking point (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings inner arch step yellow chalked (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings chassis near tow bar yellow chalked (6.1.B.2)

Offside Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings inner sill yellow chalked (6.1.B.2)

Offside Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings outer sill front and back yellow chalked (6.1.B.2)

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 15 May 2017 146,773 miles

Front Oil leak

Nearside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Outer Vehicle structure has slight corrosion outer sill (6.1.B.2)

rear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.6b)

Pass 17 May 2016 144,652 miles

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

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

both front coil springs corroded

both rear axle metal brake pipes corroded

both rear bump stops missing

engine has oil leaks

exhaust front pipe corroded

offside nearside front inner wing brake pipes corroded

slight noise on nearside rear wheel bearing

slight wear in steering rack ends

under tray fitted

underside of vehicle corroded in places

Fail 22 Apr 2016 144,642 miles

Brake pedal has no servo assistance (3.3.B.2)

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

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

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

Offside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

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

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

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

both front coil springs corroded

both rear axle metal brake pipes corroded

both rear bump stops missing

engine has oil leaks

exhaust front pipe corroded

nearside outer sill door step heavily corroded

offside nearside front inner wing brake pipes corroded

slight noise on nearside rear wheel bearing

slight wear in both rack ends

under trays fitted

underside of vehicle heavily corroded in places

Pass 17 Apr 2015 143,334 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

both front coil springs corroded

both rear axle brake pipes corroded

both rear bump stops missing

engine has oil leaks

exhaust front pipe mount deteriated but secure

slight corrosion and wear on front brake discs

Fail 8 Apr 2015 143,334 miles

Front Body insecure and dangerous to other road users (6.1.B.1b)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

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

Offside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

both front coil springs corroded

both rear axle brake pipes corroded

both rear bump stops missing

engine has oil leaks

exhaust front pipe mount deteriated but secure

slight corrosion and wear on front brake discs

Pass 13 Mar 2014 142,164 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

both front coil springs corroded

both rear bump stops missing

engine has oil leaks

slight freeplay in nearside rear wheelbearing

slight noise on offside rear wheelbearing

slight tear in both wiper blades

underside of vehicle corroded in places

Fail 11 Mar 2014 142,161 miles

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (3.6.G.2)

Offside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

both front coil springs corroded

both rear bump stops missing

engine has oil leaks

slight freeplay in nearside rear wheelbearing

slight noise on offside rear wheelbearing

slight tear in both wiper blades

underside of vehicle corroded in places

Pass 13 Mar 2013 140,190 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2012 138,714 miles

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

Fail 12 Mar 2012 138,649 miles

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

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

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Offside Obligatory mirror obscured but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Pass 8 Mar 2011 136,756 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Slight leak at exhaust manifold

Slight play in steering rack assy

Temporary mirror fitted to off side

Fail 8 Mar 2011 136,756 miles

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

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

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Slight leak at exhaust manifold

Slight play in steering rack assy

Temporary mirror fitted to off side

Pass 19 Mar 2010 136,143 miles

Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

interior mirror slightly loose

rear bump stops missing

Fail 17 Mar 2010 136,142 miles

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

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

Nearside Front Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

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

Offside Front Obligatory mirror does not provide a view to the rear (8.1.2b)

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

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

interior mirror slightly loose

rear bump stops missing

Pass 2 Mar 2009 134,096 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

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

Slight noise from offside rear wheel bearing

Pass 20 Feb 2008 130,779 miles

N/S/R Wheel bearing slightly rough

Steering system slightly tight (2.2.D.1)

Pass 29 Mar 2007 124,833 miles
Fail 29 Mar 2007 124,831 miles

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

Pass 27 Apr 2006 120,703 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2006 120,703 miles

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

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

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

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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

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

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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G179 JUJ is a 1989 Renault Trafic in White with a 2,068cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 33 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.6%.

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 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 G179 JUJ, 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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G179 JUJ is a 1989 Renault Trafic, first registered on 1 November 1989.

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