2014 Renault Trafic — MOT failures & pass rate
The 2014 Renault Trafic passed 72.0% of its 46,911 recorded MOT tests. Against vans of a similar age (22.9% fail rate), the 2014 Trafic comes out 5.0pp worse. Failures cluster in lighting & signalling, suspension and steering.
What the MOT record shows
No single area dominates — lighting & signalling (15.6%) and suspension (13.3%) are close, so failures are spread across several systems rather than one weak point.
At component level the recurring items are track rod end, position lamp and pins and bushes — track rod end alone was recorded 6,406 times.
Mileage is the strongest signal on the record: 13.6% of 0-30k cars fail, rising to 29.3% once past 150k — 2.1× the risk.
Advisories point at the next bill rather than this one: brakes was flagged on 29.5% of tests without failing them.
The trend is worsening — 25.7% of tests failed in 2021 against 29.2% in 2025, the usual pattern as a fleet ages.
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lighting & signalling | 15.6% | 7,307 |
| 2 | Suspension | 13.3% | 6,218 |
| 3 | Steering | 11.5% | 5,380 |
| 4 | Brakes | 9.2% | 4,309 |
| 5 | Visibility | 5.7% | 2,684 |
| 6 | Tyres | 4.3% | 1,993 |
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 | 6,406 |
| 2 | Position lamp | 3,181 |
| 3 | Pins and bushes | 2,191 |
| 4 | Stop lamp | 1,994 |
| 5 | Ball joint | 1,875 |
| 6 | Registration plate lamp(s) | 1,823 |
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 | 29.5% | 13,834 |
| 2 | Suspension | 22.4% | 10,525 |
| 3 | Tyres | 22.1% | 10,381 |
| 4 | Other defects | 9.9% | 4,654 |
| 5 | Visibility | 9.9% | 4,640 |
| 6 | Lighting & signalling | 9.1% | 4,267 |
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 | 756 | 13.6% |
| 30-60k | 5,084 | 22.3% |
| 60-90k | 11,365 | 27.5% |
| 90-120k | 12,169 | 29.3% |
| 120-150k | 8,666 | 30.1% |
| 150k+ | 8,811 | 29.3% |
Failure rate by age
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 9,588 | 25.7% |
| 2022 | 9,554 | 27.1% |
| 2023 | 9,646 | 29.0% |
| 2024 | 9,274 | 29.2% |
| 2025 | 8,849 | 29.2% |
What to check before buying a 2014 Trafic
On a 2014 Trafic, lighting & signalling is what the MOT record says goes wrong most — it appeared in 15.6% of tests. Check these areas before you commit.
- Lighting & signalling (15.6% of tests): Often a cheap bulb, but persistent issues can mean wiring or corrosion in the units. Typical repair: £10–£150.
- Suspension (13.3% 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.
- Steering (11.5% of tests): Play, leaks or worn track rod ends — affects handling and is a safety item. Typical repair: £150–£500.
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 2014 Renault Trafics pass their MOT?
72.0% of the 46,911 2014 Renault Trafic MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 28.0% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2014 Renault Trafic?
Lighting & signalling, recorded in 15.6% of tests, followed by suspension (13.3%).
Does the 2014 Trafic get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 13.6% in the 0-30k band to 29.3% in the 150k+ band.
Methodology & source. Based on 46,911 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.