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SM54 VHE

2004 Renault Trafic

White Diesel 1870cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Sep 2026
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

57,890 mi
Last recorded57,890 miles
Recorded on24 Sep 2025
Typical for 2004 Renault Trafic109,155 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSM54 VHE
MakeRenault
ModelTrafic
Year2004
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,870cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Sep 2025 57,890 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 23 Sep 2024 55,304 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 19 Sep 2024 55,304 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 28 Sep 2023 52,967 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front to rears / mid sections (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 20 Oct 2022 52,160 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2021 44,689 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 18 Oct 2021 44,689 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 5 Oct 2020 40,274 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2019 39,373 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2018 36,135 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material pipe from flexi to join on axle slight corrosion (1.1.11 (c))

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

Pass 17 Oct 2017 33,747 miles
Fail 16 Oct 2017 33,747 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 17 Oct 2016 31,897 miles

SLIGHT WARE ON N/S/F TYRE INNER EDGE

Pass 29 Oct 2015 30,835 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2014 29,855 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2013 27,537 miles

Uneven wear nearside rear tyre tread.

Pass 19 Oct 2012 24,240 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2011 22,404 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2010 18,444 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2009 15,123 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2008 12,729 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2007 10,446 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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SM54 VHE is a 2004 Renault Trafic in White with a 1,870cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

Across all 2004 Renault Trafic models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.7% with a typical mileage of 109,155 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 SM54 VHE, 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 22 years old, this Renault Trafic is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was SM54 VHE registered?

SM54 VHE is a 2004 Renault Trafic, first registered on 10 November 2004.

Is SM54 VHE safe to buy?

The MOT history for SM54 VHE shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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