2017 RENAULT MASTER2.3L Diesel

The 2025‑05‑29 MOT at 114,513 miles resulted in a pass, though the tester recorded an inoperative offside rear registration lamp, a slightly damaged offside rear tyre, a missing offside front mirror indicator and a worn driver’s seat base. This follows a 2025‑05‑28 failure where wiper effectiveness, engine malfunction indicator, excessive front wheel bearing play and the same tyre and lamp defects were noted, indicating that the vehicle has not shown a clear improvement in mechanical reliability; the most recent test resolved several earlier faults but retains minor, non‑critical defects. Mileage accumulation is pronounced for a nine‑year‑old van: 114,513 miles equates to roughly 12,724 miles per year, a rate that far exceeds typical usage for a vehicle of this age. The jump from 100,559 miles at the 2024‑06‑20 test to 114,513 miles a year later represents an increase of over 13,900 miles in 11 months, suggesting intensive use or prolonged periods of operation without significant downtime. A buyer should prioritize inspection of the suspension and braking systems, as the record shows repeated rear brake caliper leakage, worn and pitted brake discs, and excessive play in the front wheel bearing. Particular attention must be given to the condition of the rear brake calipers for fluid loss, the integrity of the brake discs and pads, and the functionality of the front wheel bearing, which could indicate worn suspension bushes or loose components. Additional checks should cover the tyres, which have repeatedly shown perishing and cracking, the driver’s seat frame and base for excessive movement suggesting worn mounts, and the engine management light circuit, which has been inoperative since at least February 2023, potentially masking underlying faults. Verifying that the registration plate lamp and side mirror indicator have been repaired, and confirming there is no structural rust on the chassis or wheel arches, will complete a thorough assessment of the van’s roadworthiness.