CarVerify

Free Car Check

LY54 MTJ

2004 Renault Trafic

Yellow Diesel 1870cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Sep 2026
Tests28 (18 pass, 10 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

112,622 mi
Last recorded112,622 miles
Recorded on27 Aug 2025
Typical for 2004 Renault Trafic109,155 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Renault
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationLY54 MTJ
MakeRenault
ModelTrafic
Year2004
ColourYellow
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,870cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

18 pass 10 fail
Pass 27 Aug 2025 112,622 miles

Central Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Nearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material main (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material main (1.1.11 (c))

engine cover fitted

Fail 27 Aug 2025 112,622 miles

Central Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Nearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material main (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material main (1.1.11 (c))

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

engine cover fitted

Pass 12 Sep 2024 111,223 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Power steering ram has slight seepage from a joint (2.1.5 (a))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair handbrake (1.2.1 (c))

Pass 13 Sep 2023 109,442 miles

Central Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Nearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Shields limiting inspection

Fail 12 Sep 2023 109,439 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Rear Engine mounting damaged or deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (6.1.8 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Central Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Nearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Shields limiting inspection

Pass 13 Sep 2022 107,756 miles

Nearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Shields limiting inspection

Fail 12 Sep 2022 107,753 miles

Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Shields limiting inspection

Pass 10 Sep 2021 105,368 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Shields limiting inspection

Fail 10 Sep 2021 105,366 miles

Offside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Upper Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Shields limiting inspection

Pass 10 Sep 2020 101,333 miles

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

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

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

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

Serv light illuminated

hi level not working

Fail 9 Sep 2020 101,333 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Inner Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Inner Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Brake cable insecure (1.1.15 (c))

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

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

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

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

Serv light illuminated

hi level not working

Pass 13 Sep 2019 98,445 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

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

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

Pass 22 Aug 2018 97,736 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 22 Aug 2018 97,736 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible (4.1.4 (c))

Offside Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible (4.1.4 (c))

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

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

front head lamps fitted with HID bulbs(LAMP NOT COMPATIBLE)

Pass 26 Aug 2017 96,320 miles

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

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)

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

Offside Rear Macpherson strut has slight movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)

Offside Rear hand brake secure device missing

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

Fail 18 Aug 2017 96,296 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover missing (2.2.C.1c)

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

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

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)

Offside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

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

Offside Rear Macpherson strut has slight movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)

Offside Rear hand brake secure device missing

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

Pass 28 Jun 2016 90,845 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2015 85,284 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2014 76,349 miles

Non obligatory mirror damaged

Fail 2 Apr 2014 76,349 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Non obligatory mirror damaged

Pass 23 Mar 2013 68,605 miles

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

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 11 Apr 2012 61,306 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2012 61,305 miles

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

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

Pass 25 Jun 2011 55,675 miles

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

Pass 24 Jun 2010 47,836 miles

Offside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

front brake discs wearing thin

front brake pads look low

under tray fitted

Fail 21 Jun 2010 47,780 miles

Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Nearside Front Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Rear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Offside Front Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

front brake discs wearing thin

front brake pads look low

under tray fitted

Pass 21 May 2009 40,126 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2008 30,779 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
Full Renault Trafic reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

LY54 MTJ is a 2004 Renault Trafic in Yellow with a 1,870cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 28 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

Across all 2004 Renault Trafic models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.7% with a typical mileage of 109,155 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 LY54 MTJ, 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 22 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 LY54 MTJ?

You can check the full history of LY54 MTJ by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was LY54 MTJ registered?

LY54 MTJ is a 2004 Renault Trafic, first registered on 15 December 2004.

Is LY54 MTJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for LY54 MTJ shows 28 tests with a 64.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does LY54 MTJ have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on LY54 MTJ. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.