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K626 YFV

1997 Renault Trafic

Blue Diesel 2100cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Sep 2019
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

159,952 mi
Last recorded159,952 miles
Recorded on10 Sep 2018
Typical for 1997 Renault Trafic83,548 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK626 YFV
MakeRenault
ModelTrafic
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,100cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Sep 2018 159,952 miles

Body corrosion - inner/outer sills & wheel arches

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Front pipe (6.1.2 (a))

Gearbox mounting defective ()

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Underbody, Suspension, Steering & Brake components/mountings corroded, covered in grease or other material

Pass 9 Aug 2017 154,728 miles

Body has slight corrosion inner/outer sills, inner/outer arches, front panel (6.1.B.2)

Suspension, Steering & Brake components have surface corrosion

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion underbody (6.1.A.1)

Pass 1 Sep 2016 150,265 miles

Body has slight corrosion Arches & sills (6.1.B.2)

Body has slight corrosion Front panel (6.1.B.2)

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion Chassis (6.1.A.1)

Pass 4 Sep 2015 146,625 miles

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Vehicle structure has slight damage (6.1.A.1)

brake disc modified but not seriously weakened (3.5.1n)

slight play in rack ends and track rod ends

Pass 8 Aug 2014 143,255 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2013 138,484 miles

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Oil leak

Fail 12 Aug 2013 138,484 miles

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

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

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 Front Steering rack gaiter insecure (2.2.D.2d)

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

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Rear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Oil leak

Pass 7 Sep 2012 134,859 miles

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Exhaust emits blue smoke at idle (7.4.A.1)

Exhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (7.4.A2)

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 3 Aug 2011 130,255 miles

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

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

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

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Pass 3 Aug 2010 126,430 miles

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Vehicle structure has slight damage (6.1.A.1)

Pass 7 Aug 2009 122,745 miles

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Vehicle structure has slight damage (6.1.A.1)

slight play in rack

tyres worn and cracked

wheelbearings noisey

Pass 28 Aug 2008 118,288 miles

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Vehicle structure has slight damage (6.1.A.1)

emits blue smoke

play in rack ends

slight play in steering column

Pass 2 Aug 2007 113,486 miles

slight blue haze out of tailpipe

veichle has surface corrosion and corrosion but not near strutual points

Fail 2 Aug 2007 113,486 miles

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

slight blue haze out of tailpipe

veichle has surface corrosion and corrosion but not near strutual points

Pass 23 Aug 2006 110,295 miles

nearside and offside rack ends have slight play

Pass 30 Aug 2005 107,434 miles

SLIGHT PLAY IN OFFSIDE STEERING RACK

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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K626 YFV is a 1997 Renault Trafic in Blue with a 2,100cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 1997 Renault Trafic models, the average MOT pass rate is 62.9% with a typical mileage of 83,548 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 K626 YFV, 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 29 years old, this Renault Trafic is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was K626 YFV registered?

K626 YFV is a 1997 Renault Trafic, first registered on 4 March 1997.

Is K626 YFV safe to buy?

The MOT history for K626 YFV shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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