2020 Renault Trucks Master 35 LWB 2.3L Diesel · BU20 VBF

The most recent MOT in March 2026 resulted in a pass, but the advisory list reveals heavily depleted consumables. Front and rear brake pads are wearing thin, and both front and rear discs show noticeable wear. The offside rear shock absorber is weeping oil, and the windscreen carries damage that currently does not impair visibility. These findings align with a vehicle that has covered 205,214 miles in roughly six years, averaging over 34,000 miles annually. This usage level points to sustained commercial operation, likely involving long motorway runs or regular heavy loading. The recurring mechanical pattern centres on suspension degradation, brake wear, and minor fluid leaks. Shock absorbers have shown light oil misting on both rear units across the 2024 and 2026 tests, indicating gradual damping decline. A non-excessive oil leak was flagged in March 2025, and the offside front driveshaft centre bearing actually failed during that same month, causing a test failure. Tyre wear in 2025 showed edge wear on the front and perishing on the rear, which often points to alignment drift or sustained heavy payloads. The condition trend appears stable rather than rapidly deteriorating, but the repeated advisories confirm that components are reaching the end of their service life under this mileage regime.