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R41 DMA

1997 Renault Trafic

Blue Diesel 2068cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Sep 2024
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

70,649 mi
Last recorded70,649 miles
Recorded on14 Sep 2023
Typical for 1997 Renault Trafic83,548 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR41 DMA
MakeRenault
ModelTrafic
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,068cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 14 Sep 2023 70,649 miles
Fail 4 Sep 2023 70,642 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Outer Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded x2 (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 28 Jul 2023 70,631 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp incorrect colour (4.1.4 (a))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Inner Vehicle structure is deformed and structural rigidity is significantly reduced arch as marked (6.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Inner Vehicle structure is deformed and structural rigidity is significantly reduced as marked (6.1.1 (a) (i))

Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 24 Jun 2022 68,449 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2022 68,445 miles

Nearside Rear Outer Vehicle structure is deformed and structural rigidity is significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced behind bumper (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Vehicle structure is deformed and structural rigidity is significantly reduced behind headlight (6.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced behind bumper (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 13 Jul 2021 66,482 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2017 66,461 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2016 66,145 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2015 63,882 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2014 60,538 miles

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

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

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

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

Pass 14 Oct 2013 57,040 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 30 Oct 2012 54,625 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2011 53,098 miles

o/s/f sill corroded but not within a prscribed area

Pass 15 Oct 2010 53,064 miles
Fail 2 Oct 2009 53,024 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 2 Oct 2009 53,024 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2008 52,843 miles
Fail 3 Oct 2007 52,182 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 3 Oct 2007 52,182 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2006 51,766 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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R41 DMA is a 1997 Renault Trafic in Blue with a 2,068cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 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 R41 DMA, 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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R41 DMA is a 1997 Renault Trafic, first registered on 2 October 1997.

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