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DBU 242

2001 Renault Trafic

Yellow Diesel 1870cc
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MOT Status

Tests1 (0 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate0%

Mileage

121,342 mi
Last recorded121,342 miles
Recorded on2 Apr 2012
Typical for 2001 Renault Trafic110,155 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDBU 242
MakeRenault
ModelTrafic
Year2001
ColourYellow
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,870cc

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MOT History

0 pass 1 fail
Fail 2 Apr 2012 121,342 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Fuel cap/sealing device sealing washer missing (7.2.4c)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Offside Front Brake pipe inadequately clipped (3.6.B.1)

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) insecure (1.1.A.3a)

Offside Front Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Steering column locking device missing (2.1.6)

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Offside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

air bag light on dash

gear box oil leek

insecure seat sitting in the rear of vehicle

nail in the n/s/r tyre

o/s sliding door unable to open

undertray fitted

o/s/f brake hose inscure

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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DBU 242 is a 2001 Renault Trafic in Yellow with a 1,870cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 0%.

Across all 2001 Renault Trafic models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.1% with a typical mileage of 110,155 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 DBU 242, 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 25 years old, this Renault Trafic is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was DBU 242 registered?

DBU 242 is a 2001 Renault Trafic, first registered on 23 November 2001.

Is DBU 242 safe to buy?

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