2011 Renault Master 2.5L Diesel · BK61 AAF

The most recent DVSA MOT test on this 2011 Renault Master, conducted on 26 February 2025, resulted in a pass with no advisories or defects recorded. It should be noted, however, that a failure was also logged on the same date with no specific defects recorded against it; this typically indicates that the vehicle was presented and initially failed but was either repaired and re-presented or recorded administratively on the same day, ultimately securing the pass entry shown. Looking at the broader history, the vehicle has passed consistently since at least early 2022, with clean tests in 2022, 2023, 2024 and 2025, and no recorded advisories over this period. This suggests a stable maintenance profile at the time of testing, although the absence of advisories on a high-mileage commercial van is somewhat unusual and may indicate that minor wear items were either recently replaced before test or simply not flagged. With 183,985 miles recorded against a 2011 registration, this Master has accumulated an average of approximately 12,266 miles per year over its fifteen-year life, which is notably high for its age and consistent with sustained commercial or fleet use. There are no obvious gaps in the MOT history back to 2022, and given the heavy annual mileage, it is reasonable to assume that the vehicle has been worked consistently rather than left standing. High mileage of this nature places considerable cumulative wear on the clutch, dual-mass flywheel if fitted, turbocharger, injectors, engine mounts, suspension bushes, coil springs, brake discs, calipers and the drivetrain generally, meaning that even with a clean MOT record, mechanical sympathy should be a primary consideration for any prospective buyer. Despite the absence of recorded advisories, a vehicle of this age and mileage warrants careful physical inspection. The brake discs and pads should be examined for wear close to or beyond service limits, particularly given that commercial vans are often heavily loaded, and any sign of lipping, scorching, or binding calipers from infrequent use of the handbrake should be investigated. The suspension should be checked for worn anti-roll bar bushes, drop links, wishbone bushes, and weakened coil springs, which on the Master commonly cause knocking over uneven surfaces and uneven tyre wear. A thorough test drive should be carried out to listen for clonks from the front suspension on low-speed manoeuvres, any shunt or vibration through the steering, and to confirm that the clutch operates without slipping, juddering, or excessive noise on engagement. Additional age and mileage related checks should include a close inspection of the tyres for both tread depth and, importantly, sidewall perishing or cracking from age, as commercial vehicles often sit on the same tyres for extended periods. The 12 volt battery should be tested for cranking performance, particularly if the vehicle has been standing, and the timing belt or chain service interval should be confirmed against the manufacturer's schedule, along with evidence of recent cambelt, water pump, and turbo servicing. All fluids, including engine oil, coolant, brake fluid, and power steering fluid, degrade with calendar age as well as mileage, so verify their condition and replacement history. Finally, inspect the underside for any signs of fluid leaks from the engine, gearbox, or differential, and check for structural corrosion around the sills, crossmembers, and rear axle mounting points, which are common failure areas on Masters of this vintage and could have future roadworthiness implications.