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K197 URT

1998 Renault Trafic

White Diesel 2068cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Aug 2011
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

57,216 mi
Last recorded57,216 miles
Recorded on12 Aug 2010
Typical for 1998 Renault Trafic75,992 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK197 URT
MakeRenault
ModelTrafic
Year1998
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,068cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Aug 2010 57,216 miles

rear wheel arches surface corrosion

both rear tyres tread surface slightly out of shape

engine very noisy

Pass 30 Jul 2009 55,102 miles

o/s+n/s rear wheel arches taped and n/s/r bumper

Pass 28 Jul 2009 83,233 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Fail 23 Jul 2009 55,089 miles

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

o/s+n/s rear wheel arches taped and n/s/r bumper

Pass 1 Aug 2008 51,526 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2007 77,801 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2007 49,331 miles
Fail 7 Aug 2007 49,331 miles

Nearside Front Lower Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)

Nearside Rear Lower Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)

Pass 26 Jul 2006 47,982 miles
Fail 25 Jul 2006 47,982 miles

Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

Pass 11 Jul 2005 45,521 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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K197 URT is a 1998 Renault Trafic in White with a 2,068cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 1998 Renault Trafic models, the average MOT pass rate is 63.9% with a typical mileage of 75,992 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 K197 URT, 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 28 years old, this Renault Trafic is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was K197 URT registered?

K197 URT is a 1998 Renault Trafic, first registered on 15 June 1998.

Is K197 URT safe to buy?

The MOT history for K197 URT shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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