2007 Renault Master 2.5L Diesel · NX07 EOA

The vehicle currently holds a valid MOT following a pass on 23 February 2026 at 55,603 miles. While the most recent result shows no defects, the maintenance trend indicates a recurring struggle with the braking system. The vehicle failed its test on 17 February 2026 due to an excessively binding offside rear service brake and insufficient parking brake efficiency. This follows a similar failure in January 2025 where the offside parking brake was inoperative. These repeated issues suggest that while the vehicle is technically roadworthy now, the braking components and parking mechanism require consistent attention to prevent future failures. The recorded mileage of 55,603 miles over a 19-year lifespan is exceptionally low, averaging approximately 2,926 miles per year. The data shows very gradual accumulation, such as the increase from 52,873 miles in January 2025 to 55,603 miles in February 2026. This low usage pattern often correlates with the mechanical issues observed in the record. The history of pitting on brake discs and binding calipers, notably seen in the 2019 and 2020 tests, is typical of a vehicle that sits idle for extended periods, allowing surface corrosion to build up on unlubricated or unused components. A prospective buyer should conduct a thorough physical inspection of the entire braking system. The MOT history shows a long-term pattern of binding brakes and corroded ABS sensor ring gears, specifically flagged in February 2019. Given the recent failures regarding the offside rear brake and parking brake efficiency, it is essential to verify that the rear calipers are free-moving and that the handbrake mechanism is fully functional. The tester also noted a structural tyre bulge in January 2025, so the current condition of all sidewalls should be checked for similar signs of age-related degradation or impact damage. Beyond the brakes, the history of pitted and scored discs across multiple years suggests that the vehicle may have been driven with minimal preventative maintenance. While the recent pass is positive, the recurring nature of the braking faults implies that the underlying causes, such as seized slider pins or worn parking brake cables, may not have been fully resolved. A mechanical check of the suspension components and the integrity of the brake lines is recommended to ensure the low-mileage usage hasn't led to seized or perished rubber components.