2022 Renault Trafic Sl28 + Blue — MOT failures & pass rate
Across 1,880 MOT tests analysed for the 2022 Renault Trafic Sl28 + Blue, the most common recorded failure areas were lighting & signalling, suspension and visibility. Its pass rate of 85.9% was below the average for cars of a similar age (91.7%). Higher-mileage examples failed more often — 18.5% in the 90-120k group versus 10.4% in the 0-30k group.
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lighting & signalling | 5.4% | 102 |
| 2 | Suspension | 4.7% | 89 |
| 3 | Visibility | 3.9% | 74 |
| 4 | Tyres | 3.7% | 69 |
| 5 | Brakes | 3.4% | 63 |
| 6 | Steering | 1.4% | 27 |
Most common specific failures
The exact components most often recorded as failures — more specific than the categories above.
| # | Failure item | Times recorded |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Shock absorbers | 65 |
| 2 | Brake pads | 61 |
| 3 | Washers | 52 |
| 4 | Headlamp aim | 48 |
| 5 | Registration plate lamp(s) | 36 |
| 6 | Track rod end | 27 |
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 | 22.6% | 424 |
| 2 | Tyres | 18.0% | 338 |
| 3 | Suspension | 8.0% | 151 |
| 4 | Visibility | 7.9% | 148 |
| 5 | Other defects | 6.8% | 128 |
| 6 | Lighting & signalling | 4.0% | 76 |
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 | 518 | 10.4% |
| 30-60k | 878 | 13.3% |
| 60-90k | 376 | 19.1% |
| 90-120k | 92 | 18.5% |
Failure rate by age
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 50 | 6.0% |
| 2025 | 1,799 | 14.3% |
What to check before buying a 2022 Trafic Sl28 + Blue
Before buying a 2022 Renault Trafic Sl28 + Blue, focus on the areas it most often fails on. Lighting & signalling accounted for 5.4% of tests for this year.
- Lighting & signalling (5.4% of tests): Often a cheap bulb, but persistent issues can mean wiring or corrosion in the units. Typical repair: £10–£150.
- Suspension (4.7% 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.
- Visibility (3.9% 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 2022 Renault Trafic Sl28 + Blues pass their MOT?
85.9% of the 1,880 2022 Renault Trafic Sl28 + Blue MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 14.1% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2022 Renault Trafic Sl28 + Blue?
Lighting & signalling, recorded in 5.4% of tests, followed by suspension (4.7%).
Does the 2022 Trafic Sl28 + Blue get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 10.4% in the 0-30k band to 18.5% in the 90-120k band.
Methodology & source. Based on 1,880 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.