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HX53 UBC

2003 Renault Trafic

Yellow Diesel 1870cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Mar 2019
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

157,200 mi
Last recorded157,200 miles
Recorded on27 Mar 2018
Typical for 2003 Renault Trafic110,208 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHX53 UBC
MakeRenault
ModelTrafic
Year2003
ColourYellow
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,870cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Mar 2018 157,200 miles

Nearside Rear tyre worn on outer edge/has perishing and wear on outer sidewall

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Oil leak ()

Rear Lower Gearbox mounting defective ()

Rear Rear position lamp(s) slightly affected by the operation of another lamp bothside (1.1.A.3f)

Fail 27 Mar 2018 157,200 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid bothside (8.2.3)

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

Rear Registration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)

Nearside Rear tyre worn on outer edge/has perishing and wear on outer sidewall

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Oil leak ()

Rear Lower Gearbox mounting defective ()

Rear Rear position lamp(s) slightly affected by the operation of another lamp bothside (1.1.A.3f)

Pass 9 Mar 2017 150,759 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp does not illuminate (5.4.2)

Fail 16 Jan 2017 150,753 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt both sides (2.4.G.2)

Indicator switch faulty (1.4.A.1)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 23 Oct 2007 64,615 miles

slight play in nearside front and offside front steering arms

Fail 23 Oct 2007 64,615 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

slight play in nearside front and offside front steering arms

Pass 19 Oct 2006 52,390 miles

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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HX53 UBC is a 2003 Renault Trafic in Yellow with a 1,870cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

Across all 2003 Renault Trafic models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.7% with a typical mileage of 110,208 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 HX53 UBC, 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 23 years old, this Renault Trafic is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was HX53 UBC registered?

HX53 UBC is a 2003 Renault Trafic, first registered on 8 October 2003.

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