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R239 NHY

1997 Renault Trafic

White Diesel 2068cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jan 2014
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

149,670 mi
Last recorded149,670 miles
Recorded on18 Jan 2013
Typical for 1997 Renault Trafic83,548 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR239 NHY
MakeRenault
ModelTrafic
Year1997
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,068cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Jan 2013 149,670 miles

Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

front and rear chassis corroded

Pass 17 Dec 2011 144,344 miles

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Fail 12 Dec 2011 144,279 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

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

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 11 Dec 2010 139,184 miles

Slight play offside steering rack inner track rod end

Pass 7 Dec 2009 134,118 miles

Oil leak

Slight movement in front inner steering rack joints

Pass 5 Dec 2008 128,302 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2007 122,787 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2006 116,664 miles

Front brake discs worn

Front tyres worn on inner edges

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

Slight movement in offside and nearside steering rack joints

Pass 19 Nov 2005 111,837 miles

SLIGHT PLAY IN O/S & N/S TRACK ROD ENDS

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 NHY is a 1997 Renault Trafic in White with a 2,068cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 NHY, 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 NHY registered?

R239 NHY is a 1997 Renault Trafic, first registered on 21 November 1997.

Is R239 NHY safe to buy?

The MOT history for R239 NHY shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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