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P218 NMB

1997 Renault Trafic

White Petrol 2165cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Feb 2010
Tests8 (4 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

55,425 mi
Last recorded55,425 miles
Recorded on24 Feb 2009
Typical for 1997 Renault Trafic83,548 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP218 NMB
MakeRenault
ModelTrafic
Year1997
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,165cc

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MOT History

4 pass 4 fail
Pass 24 Feb 2009 55,425 miles
Fail 16 Feb 2009 55,374 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Offside outer track rod end joint cover split/missing

engine running very unevenly

n/s wiper blade starting to split at ends

Pass 12 Feb 2008 53,648 miles
Fail 11 Feb 2008 53,648 miles

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

Small knick in N/S/F outer tyre wall.

Fail 23 Feb 2007 52,265 miles

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Pass 23 Feb 2007 52,265 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2006 50,170 miles
Fail 14 Feb 2006 50,170 miles

Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

o/s/r brake backplate looks damp?

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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P218 NMB is a 1997 Renault Trafic in White with a 2,165cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 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 P218 NMB, 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 P218 NMB registered?

P218 NMB is a 1997 Renault Trafic, first registered on 11 March 1997.

Is P218 NMB safe to buy?

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