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S201 BSF

1998 Renault Traffic

White Diesel 2499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Mar 2019
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

132,678 mi
Last recorded132,678 miles
Recorded on26 Mar 2018
Typical for 1998 Renault Traffic51,155 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS201 BSF
MakeRenault
ModelTraffic
Year1998
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,499cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Mar 2018 132,678 miles

Oil leak ()

Pass 9 Mar 2017 121,712 miles

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

Pass 17 Feb 2016 112,336 miles

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

Pass 31 Jan 2015 103,236 miles

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

Nearside Front Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Fail 14 Jan 2015 103,228 miles

Brake load sensing valve inoperative (3.6.E.3)

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

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

Nearside Front Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1a)

slight noise front bearings

Pass 9 Aug 2013 94,372 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2012 87,028 miles

Nearside Front Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Nearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

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

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

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

Pass 14 Jul 2011 80,931 miles

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

Pass 7 Jul 2010 73,923 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

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

Fail 30 Jun 2010 73,912 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

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

Pass 20 Aug 2008 67,966 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2007 62,075 miles
Fail 30 Jul 2007 62,075 miles

Brake load sensing valve linkage seized (3.6.E.3)

Emissions not tested (7.0)

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Brake pipe inadequately supported (3.6.B.1)

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Headlamp aim not tested (1.8.A.1c)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

BONNET RELEASE CABLE DIFFICULT TO OPERATE

Pass 31 Aug 2006 55,343 miles

Nearside Front Upper Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

How Reliable is the Renault Traffic?

Based on 4,751 MOT tests across 364 vehicles.

66.4%
Pass Rate
5,694
Miles/Year
43
Year Lifespan
364
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Track rod end ball joint has excessive play 170
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 147
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 129
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 107
position lamp(s) not working 102
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S201 BSF is a 1998 Renault Traffic in White with a 2,499cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

Across all 1998 Renault Traffic models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.0% with a typical mileage of 51,155 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Renault Traffic fails its MOT is track rod end ball joint has excessive play, accounting for 170 recorded failures. If you're considering buying S201 BSF, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Renault Traffic typically stays on UK roads for around 43 years. At 28 years old, this Renault Traffic is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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S201 BSF is a 1998 Renault Traffic, first registered on 25 August 1998.

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