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R429 UGM

1997 Renault Trafic

White Petrol 2165cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Aug 2024
Tests23 (18 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate78.3%

Mileage

50,337 mi
Last recorded50,337 miles
Recorded on2 Aug 2023
Typical for 1997 Renault Trafic83,548 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR429 UGM
MakeRenault
ModelTrafic
Year1997
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,165cc

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MOT History

18 pass 5 fail
Pass 2 Aug 2023 50,337 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2022 49,780 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2021 49,130 miles
Fail 21 Sep 2021 49,126 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength rear of wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength rear chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength rear in wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Aug 2020 48,980 miles
Fail 21 Aug 2020 48,980 miles

Emissions not tested due to exhaust (8.2.1.2 (d))

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 3 Sep 2019 48,812 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2018 46,504 miles

Offside Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 14 Sep 2017 44,190 miles

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

Fail 6 Sep 2017 44,190 miles

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

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded outer and inner sills (2.4.A.3)

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

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

Pass 31 Aug 2016 41,869 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2015 39,337 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2014 38,543 miles
Fail 3 Sep 2014 38,537 miles

Nearside Indicator tell tale inoperative (1.4.A.2a)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Towbar mounting obviously of an inappropriate type (6.6.2)

Coolant leak

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

all tyres on vehicle have cracks in sidewalls

Pass 4 Sep 2013 36,715 miles

front brake discs worn/corroded

Pass 18 Apr 2012 35,810 miles

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

Pass 13 Apr 2011 35,139 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2010 33,229 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2009 29,869 miles
Pass 13 May 2008 27,322 miles

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

Pass 31 May 2007 24,683 miles
Fail 29 May 2007 24,656 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 6 Jun 2006 22,277 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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R429 UGM is a 1997 Renault Trafic in White with a 2,165cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.3%.

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 R429 UGM, 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 R429 UGM registered?

R429 UGM is a 1997 Renault Trafic, first registered on 21 August 1997.

Is R429 UGM safe to buy?

The MOT history for R429 UGM shows 23 tests with a 78.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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