2020 Renault Master LL35 Business DCI 2.3L Diesel · S70 FAS

The most recent MOT, carried out on 19 January 2026, was a clean pass with no recorded defects, indicating that the vehicle presently meets the statutory roadworthiness standards. This follows two further successful tests in early 2025 and late 2023, each also passing without comment. The only blemish in the recent history is the failure recorded on 14 November 2023, which listed several major faults – an inoperative engine management indicator lamp, a non‑functioning reversing lamp, and both a non‑working near‑side headlamp and an inability to test its aim. The subsequent passes demonstrate that those faults have been rectified, suggesting an improving maintenance trend after a brief period of neglect. At 87 911 miles the van has covered roughly 14 650 miles per annum over its six‑year life, a usage rate that is above average for a light commercial vehicle of this age. The relatively high kilometre count points to a substantial amount of engine, transmission and brake wear, and it also implies that consumables such as clutch plates, drive‑shaft universal joints and suspension bushings may be approaching the end of their service intervals. There are no obvious gaps in the recorded mileage, so the vehicle appears to have been in regular use rather than sitting idle for long periods, which reduces the risk of calendar‑related degradation but increases the importance of checking wear‑related components. For a prospective buyer the priority is to verify that the electrical faults flagged in the 2023 failure have been fully resolved. Confirm that the engine management indicator lamp illuminates briefly on start‑up and then extinguishes, and request a diagnostic read‑out to ensure no stored fault codes remain. Test all exterior lighting – reversing lamp, near‑side headlamp on dipped beam and high beam, and check the headlamp aim by observing the beam pattern on a wall or garage door; any mis‑aim can cause premature headlamp wear and reduced night‑time visibility. While on the road, listen for any irregularities such as intermittent electrical gremlins, flickering lights, or a dashboard warning that could indicate a lingering ECU or wiring issue. Beyond the electrical system, the high mileage and six‑year age dictate a thorough mechanical inspection. Examine the tyre sidewalls for cracking, dry rot or age‑related perishing, and verify tread depth is even, as uneven wear may hint at mis‑aligned suspension or worn camber/caster bushes. Inspect the suspension components – coil springs, shock absorbers, and especially the rubber bushings – for signs of fatigue, leaking fluid or excessive play that could produce clunking noises over bumps. Check the brake discs for surface corrosion, scoring or thinning, and ensure the calipers move freely without binding, as standing periods can cause pistons to seize. Finally, assess the 12 V battery health, electrolyte level and terminal condition, and inquire whether the engine oil, coolant and brake fluid have been changed in accordance with the manufacturer’s calendar schedule, since fluid degradation can occur even on a vehicle that is regularly driven. A comprehensive test‑drive that includes gentle acceleration, steady cruising, braking and a short low‑speed reverse will reveal most of the latent issues before purchase.