2010 Renault Trafic — MOT failures & pass rate
Across 38,407 MOT tests, the 2010 Renault Trafic recorded a 68.3% pass rate. That is 4.2 percentage points worse than vans of a similar age, which fail at 27.5%. Failures cluster in lighting & signalling, suspension and brakes.
What the MOT record shows
No single area dominates — lighting & signalling (18.7%) and suspension (17.6%) are close, so failures are spread across several systems rather than one weak point.
At component level the recurring items are track rod end, ball joint and rigid brake pipes — track rod end alone was recorded 3,940 times.
Mileage is the strongest signal on the record: 25.3% of 0-30k cars fail, rising to 32.5% once past 150k.
Advisories point at the next bill rather than this one: brakes was flagged on 41.1% of tests without failing them.
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lighting & signalling | 18.7% | 7,181 |
| 2 | Suspension | 17.6% | 6,764 |
| 3 | Brakes | 15.7% | 6,014 |
| 4 | Steering | 9.5% | 3,659 |
| 5 | Visibility | 7.0% | 2,689 |
| 6 | Body, structure & corrosion | 7.0% | 2,671 |
Most common specific failures
The exact components most often recorded as failures — more specific than the categories above.
| # | Failure item | Times recorded |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Track rod end | 3,940 |
| 2 | Ball joint | 3,633 |
| 3 | Rigid brake pipes | 3,054 |
| 4 | Rbt (sp) | 2,996 |
| 5 | Position lamp | 2,926 |
| 6 | Joints | 2,261 |
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 | 41.1% | 15,800 |
| 2 | Suspension | 26.0% | 9,989 |
| 3 | Tyres | 22.7% | 8,718 |
| 4 | Emissions & environmental | 12.8% | 4,919 |
| 5 | Other defects | 12.7% | 4,861 |
| 6 | Visibility | 10.7% | 4,126 |
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 | 253 | 25.3% |
| 30-60k | 1,185 | 25.3% |
| 60-90k | 4,023 | 28.8% |
| 90-120k | 7,812 | 31.3% |
| 120-150k | 9,307 | 32.8% |
| 150k+ | 15,656 | 32.5% |
Failure rate by age
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 8,575 | 31.2% |
| 2022 | 8,308 | 31.3% |
| 2023 | 7,855 | 31.8% |
| 2024 | 7,152 | 32.0% |
| 2025 | 6,517 | 32.3% |
What to check before buying a 2010 Trafic
On a 2010 Trafic, lighting & signalling is what the MOT record says goes wrong most — it appeared in 18.7% of tests. Check these areas before you commit.
- Lighting & signalling (18.7% of tests): Often a cheap bulb, but persistent issues can mean wiring or corrosion in the units. Typical repair: £10–£150.
- Suspension (17.6% 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 (15.7% 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.
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 2010 Renault Trafics pass their MOT?
68.3% of the 38,407 2010 Renault Trafic MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 31.7% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2010 Renault Trafic?
Lighting & signalling, recorded in 18.7% of tests, followed by suspension (17.6%).
Does the 2010 Trafic get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 25.3% in the 0-30k band to 32.5% in the 150k+ band.
Methodology & source. Based on 38,407 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.