2020 Renault Trafic Ll30 B-Ness+ — MOT failures & pass rate
316 MOT tests on the 2020 Renault Trafic Ll30 B-Ness+ are in this dataset, and 86.4% of them passed. That is 4.3 percentage points worse than all cars of a similar age, which fail at 9.3%. Failures cluster in suspension, brakes and visibility.
What the MOT record shows
No single area dominates — suspension (7.9%) and brakes (5.1%) are close, so failures are spread across several systems rather than one weak point.
At component level the recurring items are brake pads, ball joint and track rod end — brake pads alone was recorded 18 times.
Mileage matters less than usual here: the 2020 Trafic Ll30 B-Ness+ fails 10.5% of the time in the 0-30k band and 14.3% at 60-90k, a spread of only 3.8 points.
Advisories point at the next bill rather than this one: brakes was flagged on 17.7% of tests without failing them.
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Suspension | 7.9% | 25 |
| 2 | Brakes | 5.1% | 16 |
| 3 | Visibility | 3.8% | 12 |
| 4 | Emissions & environmental | 3.8% | 12 |
| 5 | Tyres | 3.5% | 11 |
| 6 | Lighting & signalling | 2.9% | 9 |
Most common specific failures
The exact components most often recorded as failures — more specific than the categories above.
| # | Failure item | Times recorded |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Brake pads | 18 |
| 2 | Ball joint | 11 |
| 3 | Track rod end | 9 |
| 4 | Malfunction indicator lamp | 8 |
| 5 | Shock absorbers | 7 |
| 6 | Washers | 6 |
Top advisory categories
Advisories aren't failures, but they flag work likely needed soon — useful when budgeting.
| # | Category | % of tests with advisory | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Brakes | 17.7% | 56 |
| 2 | Tyres | 16.8% | 53 |
| 3 | Visibility | 8.5% | 27 |
| 4 | Suspension | 7.0% | 22 |
| 5 | Other defects | 5.4% | 17 |
| 6 | Lighting & signalling | 4.8% | 15 |
Failure rate by mileage
Higher-mileage cars tend to fail more — often the most useful guide to real condition.
| Mileage band | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 0-30k | 57 | 10.5% |
| 30-60k | 123 | 11.4% |
| 60-90k | 98 | 14.3% |
Failure rate by age
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 123 | 13.8% |
| 2024 | 100 | 13.0% |
| 2025 | 93 | 14.0% |
What to check before buying a 2020 Trafic Ll30 B-Ness+
On a 2020 Trafic Ll30 B-Ness+, suspension is what the MOT record says goes wrong most — it appeared in 7.9% of tests. Check these areas before you commit.
- Suspension (7.9% of tests): Worn drop links, bushes, springs or shocks — listen for knocks over bumps and check for uneven tyre wear. Typical repair: £150–£450 per corner.
- Brakes (5.1% of tests): Pads/discs are routine wear; binding, imbalance or corroded pipes are more serious — test for pulling under braking. Typical repair: £100–£350 per axle.
- Visibility (3.8% of tests): Wipers, washers, mirrors and screen damage — usually inexpensive, but check for chips in the driver's line of sight. Typical repair: £15–£150.
Repair costs are rough UK ballpark ranges to set expectations, not quotes — actual prices vary widely by car, parts and garage.
Frequently asked questions
How many 2020 Renault Trafic Ll30 B-Ness+s pass their MOT?
86.4% of the 316 2020 Renault Trafic Ll30 B-Ness+ MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 13.6% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2020 Renault Trafic Ll30 B-Ness+?
Suspension, recorded in 7.9% of tests, followed by brakes (5.1%).
Does the 2020 Trafic Ll30 B-Ness+ get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 10.5% in the 0-30k band to 14.3% in the 60-90k band.
Methodology & source. Based on 316 MOT tests. Dataset: DVSA MOT testing data (2021,2022,2023,2024,2025). Data last updated 2026-07-27. Figures reflect MOT-testable defects only — read the methodology for how these are calculated and what they don't measure.