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N509 NMW

1996 Renault Trafic

White Diesel 2499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Jul 2027
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

24,887 mi
Last recorded24,887 miles
Recorded on29 Jul 2026
Typical for 1996 Renault Trafic83,679 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN509 NMW
MakeRenault
ModelTrafic
Year1996
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,499cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Jul 2026 24,887 miles

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Fail 29 Jul 2026 24,887 miles

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

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

Pass 8 Jul 2025 24,709 miles

Both front wiper blades smeary.

Fail 8 Jul 2025 24,709 miles

Both front wiper blades smeary.

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 20 Aug 2021 23,581 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2020 22,651 miles
Fail 31 Jul 2020 22,651 miles

Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))

Pass 17 Jul 2019 22,417 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2018 22,200 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2017 20,833 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2016 20,533 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2015 20,113 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2014 19,202 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2013 19,035 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

advise off side rear tyre side wall cracking

Pass 11 Aug 2012 18,741 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2011 18,375 miles

Both front and O/S/R tyre walls deteriorating

Pass 24 Jul 2010 18,055 miles
Pass 30 May 2009 17,834 miles

Nearside rear tyre wall deteriorating

Pass 18 Aug 2007 17,164 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2006 15,907 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2005 14,743 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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N509 NMW is a 1996 Renault Trafic in White with a 2,499cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 1996 Renault Trafic models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.0% with a typical mileage of 83,679 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 N509 NMW, 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 30 years old, this Renault Trafic is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of N509 NMW?

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What year was N509 NMW registered?

N509 NMW is a 1996 Renault Trafic, first registered on 20 June 1996.

Is N509 NMW safe to buy?

The MOT history for N509 NMW shows 21 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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