RENAULT TRAFIC SL28 B-NESS + BLUE DCI (2023)
Running costs, common problems, and reliability data based on 36 real MOT tests in 2024.
MOT Pass Rate
92%
Total Tests (2024)
36
Avg Mileage
4,940 mi
Est. Annual Cost
£1,482
Is the 2023 RENAULT TRAFIC SL28 B-NESS + BLUE DCI reliable?
Excellent reliability. Very few MOT failures. That's 10 points above the national average of 82%. It also outperforms the RENAULT brand average of 80%.
At 1 years old, 92% of RENAULT TRAFIC SL28 B-NESS + BLUE DCIs from 2023 passed their MOT first time in 2024. That's based on 36 tests across the UK. The average mileage at this age is 4,940 miles.
How does the 2023 RENAULT TRAFIC SL28 B-NESS + BLUE DCI compare?
Mileage Analysis
The average 2023 RENAULT TRAFIC SL28 B-NESS + BLUE DCI has 4,940 miles on the clock, which is below the expected 7,400 miles for a 1-year-old car. This suggests lighter use than average, which generally means less wear on major components.
How much does a 2023 RENAULT TRAFIC SL28 B-NESS + BLUE DCI cost to run?
Based on 7,400 miles/year (UK average), current fuel prices, and repair likelihood from MOT pass rate data. Insurance not included.
RENAULT TRAFIC SL28 B-NESS + BLUE DCI by Year
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About the 2023 RENAULT TRAFIC SL28 B-NESS + BLUE DCI
The 2023 RENAULT TRAFIC SL28 B-NESS + BLUE DCI is a family car with a 1997cc diesel engine. 36 of these vehicles were MOT tested in 2024, making it a rare model on UK roads. It sits in the bottom 82% of 2023 cars for MOT pass rates.
With an average of 4,940 miles at 1 years old, RENAULT TRAFIC SL28 B-NESS + BLUE DCI owners tend to use this car less than the typical driver.
2023 RENAULT TRAFIC SL28 B-NESS + BLUE DCI Fuel Costs
The 1997cc diesel engine offers a reasonable balance between performance and economy. Expect around 48 mpg in mixed driving, which works out to roughly £1,037 per year at current diesel prices of 148p per litre (based on 7,400 miles per year).
What does it cost to own a 2023 RENAULT TRAFIC SL28 B-NESS + BLUE DCI?
Total estimated annual running cost is £1,482 (£124/month), broken down as £1037 fuel, £190 road tax, £55 MOT, and £200 predicted repairs. The low repair estimate reflects the excellent 92% pass rate. These cars rarely fail their MOT, so unexpected bills are less likely.
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