2008 Renault Master 2.5L Diesel · RE08 EWP

The vehicle is currently roadworthy but the maintenance history reveals a pattern of reactive repairs rather than preventative care. While the most recent test in October 2025 at 102,246 miles passed, it followed a failure just eight miles prior due to significant issues including a major exhaust leak, a split drive shaft CV boot, and multiple brake-related defects. The trend is inconsistent, as components such as CV boots and steering gaiters consistently appear as failing items over several years, suggesting that parts are only addressed once they reach a point of failure. At 18 years old, the recorded mileage of 102,246 miles is notably low, averaging approximately 5,680 miles per year. This low usage suggests the vehicle may have sat for long periods, which often correlates with the accelerated degradation of rubber components seen in the record. Between September 2021 (74,234 miles) and October 2025 (102,246 miles), the vehicle covered nearly 28,000 miles, yet this period saw an increase in mechanical failures related to the suspension and braking systems. A buyer must conduct a close inspection of the front suspension and braking assembly. The record repeatedly flags deteriorated CV joint boots and missing steering rack gaiters, with the 2025 test noting severe deterioration of the nearside front lower ball joint dust cover. The braking system shows a history of neglect, including binding rear calipers, thin pads, and corroded offside rear brake pipes. Furthermore, while the corrosion on the central cross member noted in 2025 was not yet structural, it must be monitored to ensure it does not progress into a structural failure given the vehicle's age.