Renault Trafic Ll30 Black Ed Engy Dci
VanFrom 530 MOT tests. Above average for its class.
Common MOT failure categories
What goes wrong?
The most common MOT failure reasons are a brake lining or pad worn below 1.5mm, a shock absorber damaged to the extent that it does not function or showing signs of severe leakage and windscreen or window damaged or seriously discoloured but not adversely affecting driver's view. The top issue, a brake lining or pad worn below 1.5mm, caused 18 failures in 2024. Checking tread depth (1.6mm legal minimum, 3mm recommended) before your test can save an unnecessary fail. You can check prices at Black Circles if you need replacements. If you need repairs before retesting, sites like BookMyGarage let you compare local prices.
| a brake lining or pad worn below 1.5mm | 18 |
| a shock absorber damaged to the extent that it does not function or showing signs of severe leakage | 10 |
| windscreen or window damaged or seriously discoloured but not adversely affecting driver's view | 9 |
| a tyre seriously damaged | 9 |
| a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn | 8 |
| a steering ball joint with excessive wear or free play | 6 |
| brake disc or drum significantly and obviously worn | 5 |
| windscreen washers not working or not providing sufficient fluid to clear the windscreen | 5 |
| a tyre load capacity load capacity insufficient for the presented axle weight | 4 |
| engine mil illuminated indicating a malfunction | 4 |
How serious are these failures?
Not all MOT failures are equal. 17.9% of Trafic Ll30 Black Ed Engy Dci failures could actually strand you: fractured springs, engine faults, exhaust problems. Another 59% are safety issues where the car still drives but shouldn't, such as worn brakes, corroded brake pipes, and steering wear. When it does fail, the average repair bill is around £134.
By registration year
| Year | Pass rate | Top failures |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 82.8% | a brake lining or pad worn below 1.5mm, a shock absorber damaged to the extent that it does not function or showing signs of severe leakage |
Typical mileage
Half of all Trafic Ll30 Black Ed Engy Dcis tested had between 22,359 and 47,416 miles on the clock. Relatively low mileage overall. Many are still fairly young.
At 36,212 median miles, the Trafic Ll30 Black Ed Engy Dci has 0.05 failures per 10,000 miles driven.
Other Renault models
| Renault Clio | 68.2% |
| Renault Captur | 80.4% |
| Renault Trafic | 69.1% |
| Renault Megane | 67.1% |
| Renault Kadjar | 81.8% |
Common questions
What is the Renault Trafic Ll30 Black Ed Engy Dci MOT pass rate?
The Renault Trafic Ll30 Black Ed Engy Dci has a 81.9% MOT pass rate based on 530 real MOT tests. This is above the national average.
What are common MOT failures on a Renault Trafic Ll30 Black Ed Engy Dci?
The most common MOT failure on the Renault Trafic Ll30 Black Ed Engy Dci is a brake lining or pad worn below 1.5mm, which caused 18 failures. Other common issues include a shock absorber damaged to the extent that it does not function or showing signs of severe leakage.
What is the typical mileage of a Renault Trafic Ll30 Black Ed Engy Dci at MOT?
The median mileage at MOT for a Renault Trafic Ll30 Black Ed Engy Dci is 36,212 miles. The middle 50% of vehicles tested have between 22,359 and 47,416 miles.
Buying a used Trafic Ll30 Black Ed Engy Dci?
Start with the free tools. Look up the specific vehicle's MOT history on GOV.UK The mileage at each test will show if it's been wound back, and the advisory history tells you what's wearing. Cross-reference that against the typical failures above to see if anything looks unusual for this model.
The free data won't tell you about outstanding finance, theft markers, or write-off history. For that, you need a vehicle history check This is especially important on a private sale where you have fewer legal protections.
With a 81.9% pass rate and an average repair bill of £134 when things go wrong, budget accordingly.
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MOT data from DVSA anonymised test results, 2024 test year. Fleet data from DfT vehicle licensing statistics. Crown copyright, OGL v3.0. MOT pass rates are statistical summaries of test outcomes, not assessments of individual vehicle safety or condition. Always inspect a vehicle and check its full MOT history before purchasing. See terms of use.