2008 Renault Master 2.5L Diesel · CU08 KJF

The 2008 Renault Master presents a stable maintenance trend, culminating in a clean pass on 25 October 2025 at 261,544 miles with zero defects recorded. This outcome indicates the vehicle currently meets minimum roadworthiness standards. However, the record reveals a pattern of pre-test failures in both 2023 and 2024, where the van failed on the initial attempt at 260,798 miles and 261,156 miles respectively, before passing the following day. The absence of recorded defects on these failed tests suggests either procedural oversights during the initial inspection or the rectification of minor issues between attempts, rather than catastrophic mechanical failures. The mileage accumulation over the last two years is remarkably low, pointing to a significant reduction in usage. Between the August 2023 test at 260,798 miles and the August 2024 test at 261,156 miles, the van covered just 358 miles over twelve months. A similar pattern follows, with only 377 miles added between August 2024 and October 2025. While the annual average of 14,530 miles over its eighteen-year lifespan sits on the higher side for its age, the recent drastic drop in usage implies the vehicle has spent extended periods stationary. Prolonged standing accelerates deterioration of rubber components, causes brake disc corrosion, and degrades fuel and fluids. Given the recent low mileage and extended stationary periods, a buyer must inspect components that degrade through inactivity rather than use. Check the condition of all rubber suspension bushes and tyre sidewalls for perishing and cracking, as a van of this age and type frequently suffers from structural corrosion around the suspension mounting points and subframe. Examine the brake discs for surface rust and binding calipers, a common issue when commercial vehicles stand unused. Inspect the exhaust system for corrosion and verify the structural integrity of the load floor and chassis outrongs, as the Renault Master is highly susceptible to rust in these areas.