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L382 RET

1997 Renault Trafic

White Diesel 2068cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Feb 2008
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

105,256 mi
Last recorded105,256 miles
Recorded on14 Feb 2007
Typical for 1997 Renault Trafic83,548 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL382 RET
MakeRenault
ModelTrafic
Year1997
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,068cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Feb 2007 105,256 miles
Fail 13 Feb 2007 105,256 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

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

Rear Brake load sensing valve linkage seized (3.6.E.3)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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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L382 RET is a 1997 Renault Trafic in White with a 2,068cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 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 L382 RET, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of L382 RET?

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What year was L382 RET registered?

L382 RET is a 1997 Renault Trafic, first registered on 13 February 1997.

Is L382 RET safe to buy?

The MOT history for L382 RET shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does L382 RET have outstanding finance?

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