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C31 JRL

1986 Renault Trafic

White Diesel 2068cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Mar 2027
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

66,949 mi
Last recorded66,949 miles
Recorded on26 Mar 2026
Typical for 1986 Renault Trafic85,090 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC31 JRL
MakeRenault
ModelTrafic
Year1986
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,068cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Mar 2026 66,949 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2019 57,901 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2018 57,304 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2015 55,108 miles

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 23 May 2014 54,821 miles

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Power steering ram(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

exhaust hanger missing

Pass 2 Jul 2012 54,368 miles

Nearside Front Power steering ram(s) has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 20 Jun 2011 151,792 miles

Nearside Inner Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Inner Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Pass 16 Jan 2009 60,679 miles
Pass 18 May 2006 60,508 miles
Fail 17 May 2006 60,508 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.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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C31 JRL is a 1986 Renault Trafic in White with a 2,068cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

Across all 1986 Renault Trafic models, the average MOT pass rate is 59.8% with a typical mileage of 85,090 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 C31 JRL, 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 40 years old, this Renault Trafic is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was C31 JRL registered?

C31 JRL is a 1986 Renault Trafic, first registered on 31 December 1986.

Is C31 JRL safe to buy?

The MOT history for C31 JRL shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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