2022 Renault Master ML35 Business Blue DCI 2.3L Diesel · MM72 GHG

This Renault Master presents a concerning brake-related mechanical profile, with two consecutive MOT failures in late 2025 centring squarely on the braking system before a clean pass was secured on 10 December 2025. The November 2025 test recorded a dangerous defect on the central rear brake pad, which had worn below the 1.5 mm minimum thickness threshold, alongside a dangerous offside rear brake disc scored as seriously weakened. The very next day, a further failure flagged excessive fluctuation in the front service brake on both sides, with advisories noting binding on both front calipers that was not yet at the excessive level. A headlamp defect on the nearside dipped beam and a non-functioning side repeater were also recorded. That the vehicle passed cleanly just one month later on 10 December 2025 suggests remedial work was carried out across the braking system, lighting circuits, and presumably the front brake mechanism, but the density of defects recorded within a single month warrants careful verification of the scope and quality of those repairs. Mileage accumulation on this Master is notably high for a vehicle of its age, with 75,191 miles recorded against an approximate four-year service life, equating to around 18,798 miles annually. This is well above average for a light commercial vehicle of this vintage and indicates sustained, heavy-duty use, which places proportionally greater demand on the braking system, clutch, dual-mass flywheel if fitted, suspension components, drivetrain mounts, and front hub bearings. The history shows three tests clustered tightly between November and December 2025, suggesting an attempt to clear long-standing defects ahead of a deadline or sale preparation. There is no evidence of a long standing-off period, and the high annual mileage is consistent with commercial deployment, likely involving frequent stop-start urban work or loaded driving cycles that accelerate wear on brake pads, discs, and front suspension components. A prospective buyer should approach this Master with particular focus on the braking system, which has been the principal source of recent defects. On a test drive, listen carefully for any clunking, scraping, or grinding from the front wheels that would indicate caliper slide pin seizure following the binding advisories, and feel for consistent pedal pressure without sponginess or excessive travel that could point to inadequately bled hydraulic components after a pad or disc replacement. Inspect both front discs through the wheel for uneven lipping, hot spots, or lateral run-out by rotating the wheel slowly, and check the offside rear disc for any remaining scoring or corrosion pitting given it was previously recorded as seriously weakened. Verify that the nearside headlamp dipped beam functions correctly and that the headlamp aim has been properly restored, as the inability to test aim at the previous failure could indicate a deteriorated lens, loose reflector, or incorrectly seated bulb. Beyond the braking concerns, the high annual mileage demands a thorough inspection of suspension and drivetrain components commonly stressed on commercial Renault Masters. Check for knocking from the front suspension over speed humps and uneven roads, particularly from the lower control arm bushes, anti-roll bar drop links, and top mount bearings which deteriorate rapidly under load. Inspect the underside for any oil misting from the engine, gearbox, or power steering rack, examine the CV joint boots and steering tie rods for splits or grease loss, and look closely at the subframe and brake pipe runs for any corrosion that could lead to fluid leaks. The tyres should show consistent and even wear across both axles given the vehicle's commercial duties, and a test under load if possible is advisable to confirm there is no clutch slip, flywheel chatter, or turbo hesitation under acceleration, as none of these wear items will have appeared in the MOT record but would be expected to surface at this mileage on a working van.