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J847 UVT

1992 Renault Trafic

Blue Diesel 2068cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Nov 2016
Tests15 (9 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

131,364 mi
Last recorded131,364 miles
Recorded on4 Nov 2016
Typical for 1992 Renault Trafic79,099 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ847 UVT
MakeRenault
ModelTrafic
Year1992
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,068cc

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MOT History

9 pass 6 fail
Fail 4 Nov 2016 131,364 miles

Central Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

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

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

vehicle heavily corroded

Pass 7 Nov 2015 128,452 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2014 128,178 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2013 127,943 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2012 127,440 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2012 127,440 miles

Offside Rear Brake cable inappropriately repaired (3.5.1n)

Offside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)

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

Pass 21 May 2011 126,226 miles
Pass 29 May 2010 124,972 miles
Fail 18 May 2010 124,972 miles

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

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 8 Mar 2008 123,828 miles

offside chassis outrigger has slight corrosion

Fail 26 Feb 2008 123,821 miles

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

Nearside Front Brake hose has insufficient room to move, resulting in fouling on any part (3.6.B.4a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

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

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

offside chassis outrigger has slight corrosion

Pass 3 Feb 2007 117,272 miles
Fail 1 Feb 2007 117,272 miles

An item not tested (Manual)

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

Offside Rear Body has a projection caused by damage (6.1.C.1)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Side repeater excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)

Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) (2.2.A.1b)

Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 9 Feb 2006 109,197 miles
Fail 7 Feb 2006 109,197 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

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

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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J847 UVT is a 1992 Renault Trafic in Blue with a 2,068cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 1992 Renault Trafic models, the average MOT pass rate is 62.1% with a typical mileage of 79,099 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 J847 UVT, 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 34 years old, this Renault Trafic is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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J847 UVT is a 1992 Renault Trafic, first registered on 1 April 1992.

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