Renault Trafic Sl28 Sport Energy Dci
From 5,369 MOT tests. Above average for its class.
Common MOT failure categories
Pass rate by registration year
What goes wrong?
The most common MOT failure reasons are a brake lining or pad worn below 1.5mm, a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn and a shock absorber damaged to the extent that it does not function or showing signs of severe leakage. The top issue, a brake lining or pad worn below 1.5mm, caused 190 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 | 190 |
| a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn | 100 |
| a shock absorber damaged to the extent that it does not function or showing signs of severe leakage | 73 |
| engine mil illuminated indicating a malfunction | 65 |
| a tyre seriously damaged | 62 |
| tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements | 56 |
| windscreen or window damaged or seriously discoloured but not adversely affecting driver's view | 41 |
| a steering ball joint with excessive wear or free play | 39 |
| a tyre cords visible or damaged | 30 |
| brake disc or drum significantly and obviously worn | 30 |
How serious are these failures?
Not all MOT failures are equal. 20.1% of Trafic Sl28 Sport Energy Dci failures could actually strand you: fractured springs, engine faults, exhaust problems. Another 65.7% 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 £145.
By registration year
| Year | Pass rate | Top failures |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 84.8% | 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 |
| 2020 | 83.7% | a brake lining or pad worn below 1.5mm, a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn |
| 2019 | 84% | a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn, a brake lining or pad worn below 1.5mm |
Typical mileage
Half of all Trafic Sl28 Sport Energy Dcis tested had between 31,297 and 63,293 miles on the clock.
At 44,113 median miles, the Trafic Sl28 Sport Energy Dci has 0.036 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 Sl28 Sport Energy Dci MOT pass rate?
The Renault Trafic Sl28 Sport Energy Dci has a 84.3% MOT pass rate based on 5,369 real MOT tests. This is above the national average.
What are common MOT failures on a Renault Trafic Sl28 Sport Energy Dci?
The most common MOT failure on the Renault Trafic Sl28 Sport Energy Dci is a brake lining or pad worn below 1.5mm, which caused 190 failures. Other common issues include a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn.
What is the typical mileage of a Renault Trafic Sl28 Sport Energy Dci at MOT?
The median mileage at MOT for a Renault Trafic Sl28 Sport Energy Dci is 44,113 miles. The middle 50% of vehicles tested have between 31,297 and 63,293 miles.
Buying a used Trafic Sl28 Sport Energy 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 84.3% pass rate and an average repair bill of £145 when things go wrong, budget accordingly.
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