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L817 RHJ

1998 Renault Trafic

White Diesel 2100cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Aug 2013
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

690,250 mi
Last recorded690,250 miles
Recorded on23 Aug 2012
Typical for 1998 Renault Trafic75,992 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL817 RHJ
MakeRenault
ModelTrafic
Year1998
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,100cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Aug 2012 690,250 miles

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

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

advise fuel additive to be added

n/s sill corroded and n/s/r wheel arch jagged edge

Fail 21 Aug 2012 690,250 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

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

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

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

advise fuel additive to be added

n/s sill corroded and n/s/r wheel arch jagged edge

Pass 15 Aug 2011 36,471 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2011 27,948 miles

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

Pass 28 May 2010 388,382 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 30 May 2009 260,457 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2008 170,751 miles
Pass 23 May 2007 161,861 miles
Pass 15 May 2006 155,197 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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L817 RHJ is a 1998 Renault Trafic in White with a 2,100cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 L817 RHJ, 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 L817 RHJ registered?

L817 RHJ is a 1998 Renault Trafic, first registered on 2 September 1998.

Is L817 RHJ safe to buy?

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