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P688 FDY

1997 Renault Trafic

White Diesel 2499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Feb 2024
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

8,855 mi
Last recorded8,855 miles
Recorded on9 Feb 2023
Typical for 1997 Renault Trafic83,548 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP688 FDY
MakeRenault
ModelTrafic
Year1997
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,499cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Feb 2023 8,855 miles

Nearside Front Lower Brake hose slightly damaged to ferrule (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Pass 25 Mar 2021 8,823 miles

Nearside Rear quarter panel damaged

Pass 30 Mar 2020 8,772 miles
Fail 25 Mar 2020 8,771 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Brake servo inoperative (1.1.10 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 19 Mar 2019 8,717 miles

Nearside Rear Integral body structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Mar 2018 8,666 miles

Nearside Rear body has damage

Pass 30 Mar 2017 8,641 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2016 8,586 miles

Nearside Rear damp on brake back plate/no positive fluid leak

Nearside external body damage/no sharp edges

Pass 23 Mar 2015 8,540 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2014 8,409 miles

Nail in nearside front tyre

Pass 7 Feb 2013 8,226 miles
Fail 5 Feb 2013 8,210 miles

Centre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 9 Feb 2012 7,978 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2011 7,822 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2010 7,704 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2009 7,604 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2008 7,354 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2007 7,110 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2006 6,575 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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P688 FDY is a 1997 Renault Trafic in White with a 2,499cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

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 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 P688 FDY, 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 P688 FDY registered?

P688 FDY is a 1997 Renault Trafic, first registered on 20 March 1997.

Is P688 FDY safe to buy?

The MOT history for P688 FDY shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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