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STU 971R

2016 Renault Trafic

Black Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Nov 2026
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

88,925 mi
Last recorded88,925 miles
Recorded on6 Nov 2025
Typical for 2016 Renault Trafic75,148 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSTU 971R
MakeRenault
ModelTrafic
Year2016
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 6 Nov 2025 88,925 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2024 77,625 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2023 70,847 miles

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

Pass 21 Nov 2022 65,339 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2021 56,809 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2020 45,358 miles

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

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 15 Nov 2019 32,597 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively Both (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect Both (5.3.2 (b))

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

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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STU 971R is a 2016 Renault Trafic in Black with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2016 Renault Trafic models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.4% with a typical mileage of 75,148 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 STU 971R, 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 10 years old, this Renault Trafic is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of STU 971R?

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What year was STU 971R registered?

STU 971R is a 2016 Renault Trafic, first registered on 30 November 2016.

Is STU 971R safe to buy?

The MOT history for STU 971R shows 7 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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