2009 Renault Master 2.5L Diesel · RX59 EOV

This 2009 Renault Master has passed its most recent MOT in September 2025, but the history reveals a worrying pattern of structural deterioration. While the mileage of 126,230 is roughly typical for a 17-year-old vehicle, suggesting moderate use rather than heavy commercial abuse, the mechanical condition is trending downwards. The primary risk is significant corrosion affecting the vehicle's structural integrity. In 2024, the van failed due to severe corrosion on the nearside and offside front integral body structures at the jacking points. Although the 2025 MOT shows a pass, the sub-frame is now noted as corroded, and the previous year's failure regarding structural rigidity is a major red flag. This indicates that while some repairs or cleaning may have occurred, the underlying issue of rust is persistent and spreading. The trend is worsening. We have moved from a clean MOT in 2023 to multiple structural failures in 2024 and 2025. The presence of sub-frame corrosion alongside previous body structure failures suggests the vehicle is reaching a stage where metal fatigue and rust could become safety-critical or prohibitively expensive to rectify. The mileage is relatively low for a van of this age, which might imply it hasn't been driven excessively hard, but it could also mean it has spent time standing, which often accelerates corrosion in damp environments.