RENAULT TRAFIC MOT pass rate
66.6% of 164,963 RENAULT TRAFIC MOT tests pass.
At 66.6%, The TRAFIC passes slightly less often than the average across all RENAULT models (69.5%).
The RENAULT TRAFIC passes 66.6% of the time, noticeably below the figure for the national average for cars (79.2%).
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Pass rate by vehicle age
Pass rate drops sharply with age: the RENAULT TRAFIC tested at 0–3 years pass 83.9% of the time, compared with just 61.5% at 15+ years.
| Vehicle age | Pass rate | Tests | Average mileage |
|---|---|---|---|
| 0–3 years | 83.9% | 6,304 | 45,691 miles |
| 3–6 years | 79.9% | 26,344 | 66,881 miles |
| 6–10 years | 67.7% | 56,545 | 101,889 miles |
| 10–15 years | 57.7% | 36,079 | 140,921 miles |
| 15+ years | 61.5% | 39,691 | 142,936 miles |
Common MOT failure reasons for the RENAULT TRAFIC
The most common reason the RENAULT TRAFIC fails its MOT is suspension — present in 61.8% of failed tests, most often logged as "Ball joint excessively worn".
| Category | Share of failed tests | Example |
|---|---|---|
| Suspension | 61.8% | Ball joint excessively worn |
| Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment | 56.9% | Not working |
| Brakes | 48.7% | Efficiency below requirements |
| Steering | 27.5% | Ball joint has excessive play |
| Visibility | 15.7% | Does not clear the windscreen effectively |
| Tyres | 13.8% | Tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm |
| Body, chassis, structure | 13.1% | Constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt |
| Noise, emissions and leaks | 11.3% | Inoperative or indicates a malfunction |
| Seat belts and supplementary restraint systems | 4.1% | Warning lamp indicates a fault |
| Identification of the vehicle | 1.2% | Does not conform to the specified requirements |
Related RENAULT models
- RENAULT CLIO — 64.7% pass rate
- RENAULT CAPTUR — 82.8% pass rate
- RENAULT MEGANE — 63.5% pass rate
- RENAULT KADJAR — 83.4% pass rate
- RENAULT KANGOO — 62.7% pass rate
- RENAULT SCENIC — 62.7% pass rate
Frequently asked questions
- What is the MOT pass rate for the RENAULT TRAFIC?
- 66.6% of RENAULT TRAFIC MOT tests pass, based on 164,963 tests in the DVSA anonymised MOT tests and results dataset.
- What are the most common MOT failures for the RENAULT TRAFIC?
- The most common reason the RENAULT TRAFIC fails its MOT is suspension — present in 61.8% of failed tests, most often logged as "Ball joint excessively worn".
- Does this show the RENAULT TRAFIC's service history?
- No — this is MOT test data, which covers roadworthiness, not servicing. A service history is a separate record of maintenance work, which a specific car only has if its owner has kept it. See the RENAULT service history guide for how to check and keep one.