How reliable is the Renault Trafic Sl28 B-Ness Energy Dci?
Owner-reported reliability data — inspection results, typical mileage, and the most common failures.
The Renault Trafic Sl28 B-Ness Energy Dci passes first-time inspections at roughly the European average. The most commonly reported issues are a steering ball joint with excessive wear or free play, a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn, a shock absorber damaged to the extent that it does not function or showing signs of severe leakage. Typical mileage by age and a year-by-year breakdown of reliability are shown below. All figures are owner-reported real-world data, not a marketing rating.
Above average reliability
Based on 1,781 inspection tests. First-time pass rate: 82%.
Renault Trafic Sl28 B-Ness Energy Dci reliability by year
How the Renault Trafic Sl28 B-Ness Energy Dci performs at first-time inspection, broken down by the year cohort. Empty cells mean we don't have enough owner-reported data for that year yet.
| Year cohort | Pass rate | Typical mileage @ 5 yrs |
|---|---|---|
| 0 | 83.7% | 51,601 km |
| 2019 | 76.7% | 108,328 km |
| 2020 | 82% | 145,792 km |
| 2021 | 83.3% | — |
Model-level pattern, not per-car prediction
These figures describe the Renault Trafic Sl28 B-Ness Energy Dci as a model. The reliability of any individual Renault Trafic Sl28 B-Ness Energy Dci also depends on service history, accident history, and how it was driven. Run a free VIN check to see the records attached to a specific car you're considering.
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Frequently asked questions
Is the Renault Trafic Sl28 B-Ness Energy Dci reliable?
Based on owner-reported inspection records, the Renault Trafic Sl28 B-Ness Energy Dci passes first-time inspections at roughly the European average. Its first-time inspection pass rate sits around 82%. Reliability varies by year and engine — see the year-by-year breakdown on this page for the specific cohort you're considering.
What are the common problems on the Renault Trafic Sl28 B-Ness Energy Dci?
The most common owner-reported issues are: A steering ball joint with excessive wear or free play (2% of inspections); A suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn (1.6% of inspections); A shock absorber damaged to the extent that it does not function or showing signs of severe leakage (1.5% of inspections); a brake lining or pad worn below 1.5mm (1.4% of inspections); Wiper blade missing or obviously not clearing the windscreen (1.3% of inspections).
What mileage is normal for a Renault Trafic Sl28 B-Ness Energy Dci?
For a typical Renault Trafic Sl28 B-Ness Energy Dci, owner-reported average mileage works out to about 78,548 km at 3 years, 145,792 km at 5 years, and — at 10 years. The mileage section on this page shows the full distribution — high-use vs low-use cars often differ by a factor of three.
How do I check a specific Renault Trafic Sl28 B-Ness Energy Dci before buying?
Enter the 17-character VIN on Carlytics. The free check shows decoded specs and open safety recalls. The full vehicle history report (from EUR 8.90) cross-references owner-reported issues, mileage records, and stolen-vehicle databases for the specific car — model-level reliability tells you the pattern, the VIN check tells you the car.