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HK12 LHJ

2012 Renault Traffic

White Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Jan 2027
Tests19 (12 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate63.2%

Mileage

101,039 mi
Last recorded101,039 miles
Recorded on20 Jan 2026
Typical for 2012 Renault Traffic113,093 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHK12 LHJ
MakeRenault
ModelTraffic
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 7 fail
Pass 20 Jan 2026 101,039 miles

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

Rear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened Axle (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 13 Jan 2026 101,008 miles

Nearside Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

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

Rear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened Axle (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 21 Dec 2024 98,765 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Dec 2023 96,308 miles

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Fail 20 Dec 2023 96,308 miles

Offside Front Upper Macpherson strut top bush or bearing has excessive wear or free play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 20 Jan 2023 90,861 miles
Fail 10 Oct 2022 90,848 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

Exhaust on a vehicle fitted with a diesel particulate filter emits visible smoke of any colour (8.2.2.2 (d))

Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 21 Sep 2021 87,644 miles

Front Upper strut top mounts slight play

wheel trims fitted

Fail 14 Sep 2021 87,611 miles

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

Front Upper strut top mounts slight play

wheel trims fitted

Pass 23 Sep 2020 85,179 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge n/s & o/s worn on edges (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Upper top mount slight play

wheel trims fitted

Fail 21 Sep 2020 85,178 miles

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge n/s & o/s worn on edges (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Upper top mount slight play

wheel trims fitted

Pass 30 Sep 2019 81,686 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2018 76,801 miles
Fail 11 Oct 2018 76,801 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 2 Oct 2017 72,286 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2016 65,744 miles

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

engine management lamp illuminated

Pass 9 Oct 2015 59,298 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2015 57,657 miles
Fail 16 Jul 2015 57,655 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

How Reliable is the Renault Traffic?

Based on 4,751 MOT tests across 364 vehicles.

66.4%
Pass Rate
5,694
Miles/Year
43
Year Lifespan
364
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Track rod end ball joint has excessive play 170
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 147
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 129
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 107
position lamp(s) not working 102
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HK12 LHJ is a 2012 Renault Traffic in White with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.2%.

Across all 2012 Renault Traffic models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.0% with a typical mileage of 113,093 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 Traffic fails its MOT is track rod end ball joint has excessive play, accounting for 170 recorded failures. If you're considering buying HK12 LHJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Renault Traffic typically stays on UK roads for around 43 years. At 14 years old, this Renault Traffic is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was HK12 LHJ registered?

HK12 LHJ is a 2012 Renault Traffic, first registered on 19 July 2012.

Is HK12 LHJ safe to buy?

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