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R571 EKN

1997 Renault Trafic

White Diesel 2068cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Sep 2011
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

126,787 mi
Last recorded126,787 miles
Recorded on24 Sep 2010
Typical for 1997 Renault Trafic83,548 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR571 EKN
MakeRenault
ModelTrafic
Year1997
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,068cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Sep 2010 126,787 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 19 Aug 2010 126,446 miles

Driver's door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Nearside Front Lower Brake hose excessively damaged (3.6.B.4d)

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

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

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

Vehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)

Coolant leak

brake fluid round all four wheels no leaks found

front exhaust mount missing

n/s/f headlamp lens damaged and reflector faded

o/s/f inner and outer sill panels corroded not in testable area

rear exhaust mount missing

Fail 27 Apr 2010 123,743 miles

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

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

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 29 Apr 2009 116,527 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2008 113,988 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2007 106,055 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2006 93,079 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2005 80,728 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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R571 EKN is a 1997 Renault Trafic in White with a 2,068cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 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 R571 EKN, 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 R571 EKN registered?

R571 EKN is a 1997 Renault Trafic, first registered on 21 November 1997.

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