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Renault Trafic

Silver · Diesel · 2004 · 1,870 cc

S38 DSCMOT history

S38 DSC is a silver diesel Renault Trafic first used on 1 Dec 2004. Its MOT is valid until 5 Aug 2027 and it has passed 20 of 25 MOT tests, with 173,103 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 5 Aug 2026.

S38 DSC silver Renault Trafic – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Renault Trafic, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 5 Aug 2027
Mileage
173,103 mi
At MOT on 5 Aug 2026
MOT tests
25
20 passed · 5 failed
Per year
7,140 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S38 DSC
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Renault
Model
Trafic
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,870 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
1 Dec 2004
MOT status
MOT valid until 5 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
5 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S38 DSC was last recorded at 173,103 miles on 5 Aug 2026, 1 miles more than at the previous MOT on 31 Jul 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
173,102 miles · 31 Jul 2026
Between the last two tests
1 miles
Average per year
7,140 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 173,103 miles
  • 2025 – 172,108 miles
  • 2024 – 169,734 miles
  • 2023 – 164,955 miles
  • 2022 – 156,538 miles
  • 2021 – 148,060 miles
  • 2020 – 141,969 miles
  • 2019 – 137,660 miles
  • 2018 – 131,324 miles
  • 2017 – 124,176 miles
  • 2016 – 119,141 miles
  • 2015 – 117,146 miles
  • 2014 – 98,913 miles
  • 2013 – 94,703 miles
  • 2012 – 90,536 miles
  • 2011 – 82,344 miles
  • 2010 – 73,275 miles
  • 2009 – 63,172 miles
  • 2008 – 52,696 miles
  • 2007 – 39,659 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass173,103 miles
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2011–2016

  • Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

Full MOT history

25 tests since 27 Nov 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass173,103 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    173,103 miles
    Test number
    900626282098
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail173,102 miles (+994)6 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    173,102 miles
    Test number
    797746933407
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass172,108 miles (+2,374)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    172,108 miles
    Test number
    205754247075
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  4. Pass169,734 miles (+9)
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    169,734 miles
    Test number
    232108062994

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail169,725 miles (+7)2 dangerous1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    169,725 miles
    Test number
    616508583039
    • DangerousNearside Front Inner Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  6. Fail169,718 miles (+4,763)4 major1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    169,718 miles
    Test number
    136335331659
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner Edges Both (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed Drivers (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively Front Axle (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel Binding Restricted Free Movement
    • AdvisoryUnable To Test Trailer electrical socket Not Connected

  7. Pass164,955 miles (+8,417)
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    164,955 miles
    Test number
    372280835433

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass156,538 miles (+8,478)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    156,538 miles
    Test number
    463039768925
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  9. Pass148,060 miles (+6,091)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    148,060 miles
    Test number
    938637938468
    • AdvisoryCentral Brake cable damaged but not to excess (1.1.15 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  10. Pass141,969 miles (+4,309)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    141,969 miles
    Test number
    844565667946
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake cable damaged but not to excess (1.1.15 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  11. Pass137,660 miles (+6,336)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    137,660 miles
    Test number
    210283434391
    • AdvisorySeat belts fluffing steering slightly stiff pads and discs worn rusty slight leaks on shockers hand brake cable rusty

  12. Pass131,324 miles (+7,148)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    131,324 miles
    Test number
    858627813039
    • AdvisoryPads and discs worn slight leak on front shockers hand brake cable rusty

  13. Pass124,176 miles (+5,035)
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    124,176 miles
    Test number
    330520864689

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass119,141 miles (+1,995)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    119,141 miles
    Test number
    593836769200
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  15. Pass117,146 miles (+18,233)
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    117,146 miles
    Test number
    281932541597

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass98,913 miles (+4,210)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    98,913 miles
    Test number
    957421914275
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  17. Pass94,703 miles (+4,167)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    94,703 miles
    Test number
    306615913268
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  18. Pass90,536 miles (+8,192)
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    90,536 miles
    Test number
    895375022346

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass82,344 miles (+9,069)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    82,344 miles
    Test number
    957122731326
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  20. Pass73,275 miles (+10,103)
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    73,275 miles
    Test number
    793584030399

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass63,172 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    63,172 miles
    Test number
    912021539341

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail63,172 miles (+10,476)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,172 miles
    Test number
    992251439325
    • Repaired at testNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

  23. Pass52,696 miles (+13,037)
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    52,696 miles
    Test number
    314793438345

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass39,659 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    39,659 miles
    Test number
    460581237491

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail39,659 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,659 miles
    Test number
    493561137403
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Questions about S38 DSC

Does S38 DSC currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S38 DSC is valid until 5 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on S38 DSC?
The MOT on S38 DSC is valid until 5 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S38 DSC done?
S38 DSC was recorded at 173,103 miles at its MOT on 5 Aug 2026, an average of 7,140 miles a year.
Has S38 DSC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S38 DSC has failed 5 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 31 Jul 2026.
Has the mileage on S38 DSC ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on S38 DSC find?
S38 DSC passed its latest MOT on 5 Aug 2026 with 1 advisory: oil leak, but not excessive.

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