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SM18 AYL

2018 Renault Trafic

White Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Aug 2027
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

103,909 mi
Last recorded103,909 miles
Recorded on29 Jul 2026
Typical for 2018 Renault Trafic66,056 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSM18 AYL
MakeRenault
ModelTrafic
Year2018
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Jul 2026 103,909 miles

Nearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both discs (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 28 Jul 2026 103,900 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) incorrectly mounted (1.1.13 (c)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both discs (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 28 Jul 2025 93,442 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

slight damage ns mirror casing

Pass 31 Jul 2024 82,422 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2023 69,817 miles

Nearside Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Rear Loading Door and quarter Panel damaged

Pass 3 Mar 2022 51,502 miles
Fail 3 Mar 2022 51,502 miles

Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 5 Mar 2021 40,119 miles

DPF & ADD BLUE Warning lights on

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides down to 1.9mm / 2.00mm (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing deep cut in tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Fail 5 Mar 2021 40,119 miles

DPF & ADD BLUE Warning lights on

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides down to 1.9mm / 2.00mm (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing deep cut in tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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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SM18 AYL is a 2018 Renault Trafic in White with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2018 Renault Trafic models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.0% with a typical mileage of 66,056 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 SM18 AYL, 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 8 years old, this Renault Trafic is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was SM18 AYL registered?

SM18 AYL is a 2018 Renault Trafic, first registered on 31 May 2018.

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