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A523 GRU

1984 Renault Trafic

White Petrol 1647cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Mar 2009
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

127,957 mi
Last recorded127,957 miles
Recorded on13 Mar 2008
Typical for 1984 Renault Trafic87,389 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA523 GRU
MakeRenault
ModelTrafic
Year1984
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,647cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Mar 2008 127,957 miles
Fail 7 Mar 2008 127,952 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

rear brakes release unevenly (3.7.B.4)

Nearside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Offside Front Lower Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

near side inner sill c/h

Pass 13 Feb 2007 123,687 miles

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

Pass 16 Mar 2006 119,512 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

OVERHEATING REVERSING LIGHTS NOT WORKING

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

electrical wiring damaged/contaminated

tow bar/hitch insecure

Fail 19 Jan 2006 119,498 miles

Driver's seat insecure (6.2.A.1)

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) (2.2.A.1b)

Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

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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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A523 GRU is a 1984 Renault Trafic in White with a 1,647cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 1984 Renault Trafic models, the average MOT pass rate is 60.1% with a typical mileage of 87,389 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 A523 GRU, 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 42 years old, this Renault Trafic is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was A523 GRU registered?

A523 GRU is a 1984 Renault Trafic, first registered on 17 February 1984.

Is A523 GRU safe to buy?

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