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J886 AOO

1992 Renault Trafic

Beige Diesel 2068cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jun 2026
Tests24 (14 pass, 10 fail)
Pass rate58.3%

Mileage

176,995 mi
Last recorded176,995 miles
Recorded on18 Jun 2025
Typical for 1992 Renault Trafic79,099 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ886 AOO
MakeRenault
ModelTrafic
Year1992
ColourBeige
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,068cc

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MOT History

14 pass 10 fail
Pass 18 Jun 2025 176,995 miles
Fail 2 Aug 2022 176,841 miles

Battery insecure and likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (ii))

Brake hose excessively deteriorated all of them (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Exhaust emissions test not completed because smoke levels are significantly in excess of the specified limit values (8.2.2.2 (f))

Front Electrical wiring insecure and connectors likely to become disconnected battery (4.11 (a) (ii))

Hydraulic fluid leaking excessively (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Inner Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Inner Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced rear (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Outer Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Inner Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Inner Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Inner Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Inner Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced rear (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Outer Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated both (5.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Vehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.1.6 (i) (i))

Offside Front Electrical wiring likely to touch hot or rotating parts (4.11 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

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

Steering system slightly rough (2.1.1 (a))

Pass 24 Nov 2020 175,568 miles

under body heavily covered with sealant

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Offside Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

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

Rear Brake pipe slightly damaged (1.1.11 (c))

Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened front to rear (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 24 Nov 2020 175,568 miles

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Offside Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

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

Rear Brake pipe slightly damaged (1.1.11 (c))

Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened front to rear (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

under body heavily covered with sealant

Pass 21 Sep 2018 175,180 miles

Rear registration plate view blocked

Fail 15 Sep 2018 175,160 miles

Rear Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Rear registration plate view blocked

Pass 22 Sep 2017 172,848 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Oil leak engine ()

Pass 7 Jul 2016 172,302 miles

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Oil leak ()

Pass 29 Jul 2015 171,987 miles

oil leak at front of engine

Fail 28 Jul 2015 171,987 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

oil leak at front of engine

Pass 25 Jun 2014 171,795 miles

advice rear wheel bearing slight noise

Fail 25 Jun 2014 171,795 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

advice rear wheel bearing slight noise

Pass 22 Jul 2013 171,528 miles

Oil leak

slight noise on nearside rear hub bearing

Pass 13 Jul 2012 170,673 miles

Steering system slightly tight (2.2.D.1)

battery insecure

offside sill corroded not within prescribed area

Fail 13 Jul 2012 170,673 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Steering system slightly tight (2.2.D.1)

battery insecure

offside sill corroded not within prescribed area

Pass 15 Jul 2011 169,380 miles
Fail 13 Jul 2011 1,693 miles

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition off (1.4.B.1f)

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition on (1.4.B.1f)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

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

Pass 8 Oct 2009 167,403 miles

Nearside Headlamp not in good working order but not adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Offside Headlamp not in good working order but not adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

both front brakes binding slightly

Fail 5 Oct 2009 167,402 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired (2.4.A.3)

Steering system excessively rough (2.2.D.1)

Nearside Headlamp not in good working order but not adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Offside Headlamp not in good working order but not adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

both front brakes binding slightly

Fail 7 Sep 2009 167,398 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.6.2b)

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)

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

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Steering system excessively rough (2.2.D.1)

Nearside Headlamp not in good working order but not adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Offside Headlamp not in good working order but not adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

offside front sill corroded not within prescribed area

Pass 12 Sep 2008 165,343 miles

grease present on offside c/v boot but not split

Fail 10 Sep 2008 165,343 miles

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

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

rear brakes release unevenly (3.7.B.4)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

grease present on offside c/v boot but not split

Pass 12 May 2007 163,048 miles

Nearside Rear Leaf spring linkage pin slightly loose in its bracket (2.4.B.3a)

Pass 19 May 2006 160,308 miles

some slack in o/s steering rack end.

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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J886 AOO is a 1992 Renault Trafic in Beige with a 2,068cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 58.3%.

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 J886 AOO, 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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J886 AOO is a 1992 Renault Trafic, first registered on 29 June 1992.

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