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G401 GUX

1989 Renault Trafic

Grey Diesel 2068cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Sep 2014
Tests12 (7 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate58.3%

Mileage

90,610 mi
Last recorded90,610 miles
Recorded on27 Aug 2014
Typical for 1989 Renault Trafic82,254 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG401 GUX
MakeRenault
ModelTrafic
Year1989
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,068cc

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MOT History

7 pass 5 fail
Fail 27 Aug 2014 90,610 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Front front brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)

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

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

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

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

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

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

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

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

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

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Steering system slightly tight (2.2.D.1)

drop links corred

oil leak

Pass 9 Sep 2013 88,135 miles

front brake discs corroded

nearside rear wheel bearing slightly noisy

Fail 29 Aug 2013 88,125 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

front brake discs corroded

Pass 14 Aug 2012 86,714 miles

nearside rear wheel bearing slightly noisy

Pass 18 Aug 2011 84,049 miles

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

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

brake pipes covered in underseal

front brake discs pitted

Fail 5 Aug 2011 84,033 miles

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

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

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

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

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

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

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

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

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

brake pipes covered in underseal

front brake discs pitted

Pass 13 Aug 2010 82,622 miles
Fail 10 Aug 2010 82,596 miles

Nearside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Nearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 14 Aug 2009 82,067 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2008 81,273 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2007 79,541 miles

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

Fail 8 Aug 2007 79,531 miles

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

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

nearside rear valance repair?

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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G401 GUX is a 1989 Renault Trafic in Grey with a 2,068cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 58.3%.

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 G401 GUX, 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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What year was G401 GUX registered?

G401 GUX is a 1989 Renault Trafic, first registered on 30 August 1989.

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