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A526 GRU

1984 Renault Trafic

Beige Diesel 2068cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jul 2022
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

64,380 mi
Last recorded64,380 miles
Recorded on17 Jul 2021
Typical for 1984 Renault Trafic87,389 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA526 GRU
MakeRenault
ModelTrafic
Year1984
ColourBeige
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,068cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Jul 2021 64,380 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Nearside Front Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Nearside Front Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Position lamp incorrect colour (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Front Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Front Position lamp incorrect colour (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Pass 20 Jul 2019 50,623 miles

Nearside Front Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Front Position lamp insecure (4.2.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

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

Pass 2 Jul 2016 52,459 miles

Body has slight corrosion under body corroded (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Body has slight corrosion sill inner and outer (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Rear Body has slight corrosion inner wheel arch (6.1.B.2)

Offside Body has slight corrosion sill inner and outer (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Body has slight corrosion a pillar were door is (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Side repeater damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)

Pass 27 Jun 2015 59,730 miles

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

front discs pitted

Pass 14 Jun 2014

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

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

o/s/f headlamp cracked

Fail 14 Jun 2014

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

o/s/f headlamp cracked

Pass 18 Jun 2013 77,224 miles

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 18 Jun 2012 222,885 miles

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 28 Apr 2011 419,470 miles
Pass 1 May 2010 117,902 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2008 106,596 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2007 104,836 miles
Fail 30 Oct 2007 104,836 miles

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

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Offside Rear rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Pass 18 Oct 2005 93,352 miles
Fail 18 Oct 2005 93,352 miles

Front passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

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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A526 GRU is a 1984 Renault Trafic in Beige with a 2,068cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 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 A526 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 A526 GRU registered?

A526 GRU is a 1984 Renault Trafic, first registered on 1 February 1984.

Is A526 GRU safe to buy?

The MOT history for A526 GRU shows 15 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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