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R138 ORM

1997 Renault Trafic

Blue Diesel 2068cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Nov 2013
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

74,404 mi
Last recorded74,404 miles
Recorded on19 Nov 2012
Typical for 1997 Renault Trafic83,548 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR138 ORM
MakeRenault
ModelTrafic
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,068cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Nov 2012 74,404 miles

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

Fail 17 Nov 2012 74,404 miles

Nearside Front Lower Brake hose excessively chafed (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Lower Brake hose excessively chafed (3.6.B.4d)

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

Fail 20 Jul 2011 69,324 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 20 Jul 2011 69,324 miles
Pass 5 May 2009 67,923 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (3.6.B.4d)

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

Nearside front brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (3.6.B.4d)

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

Offside front brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Pass 16 Apr 2008 66,592 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2007 60,645 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2006 55,449 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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R138 ORM is a 1997 Renault Trafic in Blue with a 2,068cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 R138 ORM, 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 R138 ORM registered?

R138 ORM is a 1997 Renault Trafic, first registered on 31 October 1997.

Is R138 ORM safe to buy?

The MOT history for R138 ORM shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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