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R853 NCF

1997 Renault Trafic

White Diesel 2068cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Mar 2011
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

97,225 mi
Last recorded97,225 miles
Recorded on27 Mar 2010
Typical for 1997 Renault Trafic83,548 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR853 NCF
MakeRenault
ModelTrafic
Year1997
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,068cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Mar 2010 97,225 miles

Oil leak

unable to see front inner brake pads

Fail 20 Mar 2010 97,220 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

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

Nearside Obligatory mirror missing (8.1.1)

Oil leak

unable to see front inner brake pads

Pass 7 Mar 2008 86,968 miles

freeplay in steering rack

very bad oil leaks

Pass 16 Feb 2007 83,901 miles
Fail 23 Feb 2006 78,523 miles

Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is above 850mm from the ground (1.6.B3)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Rear Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush (2.4.B.2)

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 23 Feb 2006 78,523 miles

Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Rear Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush (2.4.B.2)

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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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R853 NCF is a 1997 Renault Trafic in White with a 2,068cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 6 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 R853 NCF, 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 R853 NCF registered?

R853 NCF is a 1997 Renault Trafic, first registered on 1 September 1997.

Is R853 NCF safe to buy?

The MOT history for R853 NCF shows 6 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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