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SY08 VXM

2008 Renault Trafic

White Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Oct 2025
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

146,201 mi
Last recorded146,201 miles
Recorded on5 Oct 2024
Typical for 2008 Renault Trafic108,602 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSY08 VXM
MakeRenault
ModelTrafic
Year2008
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 5 Oct 2024 146,201 miles
Fail 5 Oct 2024 146,201 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 2 Oct 2023 127,880 miles
Fail 30 Sep 2023 127,801 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn DROP-LINK (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Front passenger door catch deteriorated so the door cannot be readily opened or closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))

Pass 22 Jan 2021 127,312 miles
Fail 22 Jan 2021 127,305 miles

Fuel system component leaking Top of engine (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 23 Jan 2020 125,427 miles

slight movement in o/s front strut top mounting

Pass 30 Jan 2019 115,056 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2018 105,730 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2017 98,204 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2016 89,370 miles
Fail 4 Feb 2016 89,370 miles

Offside Brake pipe excessively corroded front to back (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Brake pipe slightly corroded front to back (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 15 Jan 2015 78,038 miles

Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 15 Jan 2014 67,158 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2013 50,758 miles
Fail 1 Feb 2013 50,758 miles

Offside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Pass 11 Feb 2012 29,125 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2011 21,819 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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SY08 VXM is a 2008 Renault Trafic in White with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

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 SY08 VXM, 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 SY08 VXM registered?

SY08 VXM is a 2008 Renault Trafic, first registered on 31 March 2008.

Is SY08 VXM safe to buy?

The MOT history for SY08 VXM shows 18 tests with a 72.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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