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GF17 XJL

2017 Renault Trafic

White Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Apr 2027
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

159,786 mi
Last recorded159,786 miles
Recorded on18 Apr 2026
Typical for 2017 Renault Trafic70,327 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGF17 XJL
MakeRenault
ModelTrafic
Year2017
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 18 Apr 2026 159,786 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 19 Apr 2025 155,269 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 19 Apr 2025 155,269 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

Pass 23 Apr 2024 149,939 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 23 Apr 2024 149,939 miles

Emissions oxygen sensor obviously defective wires have been chewed (8.2.2.1 (a))

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

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 205/65 r16c 105t (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 1 Apr 2023 139,608 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 25 Mar 2022 132,348 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2021 114,385 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 24 Mar 2021 114,385 miles

Windscreen damaged and affecting the driver's view of the road (3.2 (a) (ii))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 20 Mar 2020 85,524 miles

Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both front d bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 19 Mar 2020 85,524 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 205/65R16 C (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both front d bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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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GF17 XJL is a 2017 Renault Trafic in White with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

Across all 2017 Renault Trafic models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.3% with a typical mileage of 70,327 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 GF17 XJL, 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 9 years old, this Renault Trafic is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was GF17 XJL registered?

GF17 XJL is a 2017 Renault Trafic, first registered on 30 March 2017.

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