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J5 NCJ

2001 Renault Trafic

Green Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 May 2027
Tests38 (30 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

11,892 mi
Last recorded11,892 miles
Recorded on18 May 2026
Typical for 2001 Renault Trafic110,155 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ5 NCJ
MakeRenault
ModelTrafic
Year2001
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

30 pass 8 fail
Pass 18 May 2026 11,892 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 20 May 2025 11,459 miles
Pass 13 May 2025 88,057 miles

General underbody corrosion

Fail 29 Apr 2025 87,993 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

General underbody corrosion

Pass 7 May 2024 10,332 miles
Pass 1 May 2024 81,479 miles
Fail 1 May 2024 81,479 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 27 May 2023 10,200 miles
Pass 19 May 2023 76,440 miles
Fail 11 May 2023 76,425 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.11 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 30 Apr 2022 10,068 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2022 71,902 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 12 May 2021 67,826 miles

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

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 11 May 2021 67,826 miles

Offside Rear Brake hose excessively twisted (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 1 May 2020 61,515 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2019 9,704 miles
Pass 7 May 2019 58,223 miles

Offside Rear tyre perishing

Pass 15 May 2018 54,366 miles
Pass 5 May 2018 9,638 miles
Pass 8 May 2017 53,972 miles
Pass 6 May 2017 9,510 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2016 51,385 miles

Nearside Front top strut mount slightly tight

Offside Front top strut mount slightly tight

Fail 1 Aug 2016 51,385 miles

Nearside Front top strut mount slightly tight

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front top strut mount slightly tight

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 8 Apr 2016 9,229 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2015 48,102 miles
Fail 14 Sep 2015 48,102 miles

Brake cable has wires broken and is significantly weakened (3.5.1b)

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

n/s/f steering arm slight play

Pass 31 Mar 2015 8,648 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2014 44,038 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2013 38,799 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2013 7,924 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2013 6,968 miles
Fail 6 Apr 2013 6,968 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 22 Jan 2013 31,023 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Fail 22 Jan 2013 31,347 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 2 Apr 2012 1,989 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2008 1,842 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2007 1,841 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2005 1,809 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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J5 NCJ is a 2001 Renault Trafic in Green with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 38 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

Across all 2001 Renault Trafic models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.1% with a typical mileage of 110,155 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 J5 NCJ, 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 25 years old, this Renault Trafic is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was J5 NCJ registered?

J5 NCJ is a 2001 Renault Trafic, first registered on 11 June 2001.

Is J5 NCJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for J5 NCJ shows 38 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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