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SW08 HBJ

2008 Renault Trafic

Blue Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jul 2026
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

146,000 mi
Last recorded146,000 miles
Recorded on25 Jul 2025
Typical for 2008 Renault Trafic108,602 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSW08 HBJ
MakeRenault
ModelTrafic
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Jul 2025 146,000 miles

Front Coil spring corroded both os+ns (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Front Upper Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides os+ns. (1.1.11 (c))

Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced both sides os+ns (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Jun 2024 143,050 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2023 140,218 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2022 137,554 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2021 135,399 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2020 133,133 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2019 130,231 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2018 127,712 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 27 Apr 2017 122,711 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2016 119,470 miles

Nearside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 19 May 2015 105,214 miles
Pass 30 May 2014 89,609 miles
Pass 29 May 2013 72,744 miles
Fail 29 May 2013 72,744 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 31 May 2012 59,127 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2011 44,658 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2011 44,658 miles

Nearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

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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SW08 HBJ is a 2008 Renault Trafic in Blue with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

Across all 2008 Renault Trafic models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.2% with a typical mileage of 108,602 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 SW08 HBJ, 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 18 years old, this Renault Trafic is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was SW08 HBJ registered?

SW08 HBJ is a 2008 Renault Trafic, first registered on 30 May 2008.

Is SW08 HBJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for SW08 HBJ shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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