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R179 RHN

1998 Renault Trafic

Red Diesel 1870cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Oct 2014
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

92,878 mi
Last recorded92,878 miles
Recorded on7 Oct 2013
Typical for 1998 Renault Trafic75,992 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR179 RHN
MakeRenault
ModelTrafic
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,870cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Oct 2013 92,878 miles

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Offside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

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

Offside Steering system slightly tight (2.2.D.1)

Pass 2 Oct 2012 91,556 miles

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

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

outer sill pannells corroded

Fail 2 Oct 2012 91,556 miles

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Offside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

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

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

outer sill pannells corroded

Pass 13 Oct 2011 87,382 miles

Nearside Lower Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Lower Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Fail 5 Oct 2010 84,760 miles

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

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

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 5 Oct 2010 84,760 miles

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

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

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 6 Oct 2009 82,590 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Front Macpherson strut is slightly stiff in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)

Pass 21 Aug 2008 53,696 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2007 47,793 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2006 42,962 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2005 35,361 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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R179 RHN is a 1998 Renault Trafic in Red with a 1,870cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 1998 Renault Trafic models, the average MOT pass rate is 63.9% with a typical mileage of 75,992 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 R179 RHN, 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 28 years old, this Renault Trafic is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was R179 RHN registered?

R179 RHN is a 1998 Renault Trafic, first registered on 31 March 1998.

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