2020 Renault Trafic Sl28 Black Ed Engy — MOT failures & pass rate
Across 788 MOT tests analysed for the 2020 Renault Trafic Sl28 Black Ed Engy, the most common recorded failure areas were suspension, brakes and tyres. Its pass rate of 87.9% was below the average for cars of a similar age (90.5%). Higher-mileage examples failed more often — 17.1% in the 90-120k group versus 7.1% in the 0-30k group.
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Suspension | 5.2% | 41 |
| 2 | Brakes | 3.7% | 29 |
| 3 | Tyres | 3.3% | 26 |
| 4 | Emissions & environmental | 2.5% | 20 |
| 5 | Lighting & signalling | 2.3% | 18 |
| 6 | Steering | 1.7% | 13 |
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 | 26 |
| 2 | Shock absorbers | 20 |
| 3 | Malfunction indicator lamp | 19 |
| 4 | Track rod end | 17 |
| 5 | Tread depth | 12 |
| 6 | Linkage ball joints | 12 |
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 | 20.4% | 161 |
| 2 | Tyres | 13.7% | 108 |
| 3 | Suspension | 8.4% | 66 |
| 4 | Visibility | 6.0% | 47 |
| 5 | Lighting & signalling | 5.0% | 39 |
| 6 | Other defects | 3.0% | 24 |
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 | 238 | 7.1% |
| 30-60k | 341 | 11.1% |
| 60-90k | 159 | 19.5% |
| 90-120k | 35 | 17.1% |
Failure rate by age
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 259 | 11.6% |
| 2024 | 258 | 11.6% |
| 2025 | 269 | 13.0% |
What to check before buying a 2020 Trafic Sl28 Black Ed Engy
Before buying a 2020 Renault Trafic Sl28 Black Ed Engy, focus on the areas it most often fails on. Suspension accounted for 5.2% of tests for this year.
- Suspension (5.2% 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 (3.7% 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.
- Tyres (3.3% of tests): Usually a quick, known-cost fix, but check tread, age and uneven wear (which can hint at alignment or suspension issues). Typical repair: £50–£120 per tyre.
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 Sl28 Black Ed Engys pass their MOT?
87.9% of the 788 2020 Renault Trafic Sl28 Black Ed Engy MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 12.1% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2020 Renault Trafic Sl28 Black Ed Engy?
Suspension, recorded in 5.2% of tests, followed by brakes (3.7%).
Does the 2020 Trafic Sl28 Black Ed Engy get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 7.1% in the 0-30k band to 17.1% in the 90-120k band.
Methodology & source. Based on 788 MOT tests. Dataset: DVSA MOT testing data (2021,2022,2023,2024,2025). Data last updated 2026-07-01. Figures reflect MOT-testable defects only — read the methodology for how these are calculated and what they don't measure.