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R239 DCA

1997 Renault Trafic

Red Petrol 2165cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Sep 2017
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

36,482 mi
Last recorded36,482 miles
Recorded on24 Aug 2016
Typical for 1997 Renault Trafic83,548 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR239 DCA
MakeRenault
ModelTrafic
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,165cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 24 Aug 2016 36,482 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2015 33,993 miles
Fail 18 Sep 2014 33,639 miles

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

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Offside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

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

Pass 18 Sep 2014 33,639 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Offside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

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

Pass 27 Dec 2011 29,498 miles
Fail 10 Jan 2011 24,309 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Pass 10 Jan 2011 24,309 miles
Fail 4 Jan 2010 19,564 miles

Brake load sensing valve linkage seized (3.6.E.3)

Pass 4 Jan 2010 19,564 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2009 14,291 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2008 12,756 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

both rear inner drums damp.

catylist rattles.

slight front brake imbalance.

wipers not automatically parking correctly.

Fail 23 Jan 2008 12,756 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)

Offside Front Track rod end loose (2.2.B.1d)

Offside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)

both rear inner drums damp.

catylist rattles.

slight front brake imbalance.

wipers not automatically parking correctly.

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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R239 DCA is a 1997 Renault Trafic in Red with a 2,165cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 R239 DCA, 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 R239 DCA registered?

R239 DCA is a 1997 Renault Trafic, first registered on 23 September 1997.

Is R239 DCA safe to buy?

The MOT history for R239 DCA shows 12 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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