2012 Renault Master 2.3L Diesel · SH12 AEO

This Renault Master presents a clean MOT history with no advisories or failures recorded across its three most recent tests—most recently in July 2024 at 190,090 miles. The trend is stable, with consistent passes suggesting the vehicle has been maintained to meet basic roadworthiness standards. The absence of defects in the latest test indicates no immediate red flags, though the gap since the last MOT (nearly two years) means some components—particularly tyres, brakes, and suspension—should be scrutinised for wear beyond the minimum legal threshold. No recurring issues appear in the DVSA records, but the lack of advisories could also imply either meticulous upkeep or, conversely, that the tester overlooked subtle but critical wear. The mileage accumulation is aggressive for a vehicle of this age, averaging around 13,578 miles per year over its 14-year lifespan. The most recent MOT in July 2024 shows just 4,644 miles covered since the February 2023 test, a slower pace than the roughly 4,225 miles added between September 2021 and February 2023. This inconsistency might reflect variable usage, but the high total mileage demands closer inspection of high-wear items. The sparse MOT history—only three entries in over five years—raises questions about whether the vehicle has been driven heavily between tests or if records are incomplete. Given the clean but sparse MOT history, a buyer should prioritise a thorough inspection of the suspension components, including coil springs, anti-roll bars, and bushings, which are prone to fatigue at this mileage. The rear brakes should be checked for binding or uneven wear, as the lack of advisories does not guarantee they haven’t been neglected. Structural corrosion, particularly around wheel arches, sills, and exhaust mounts, should be examined closely, as rust can compromise safety without triggering an MOT failure. Tyre condition and tread depth must be verified, as the absence of advisories in previous tests suggests they may have been replaced just before each inspection rather than maintained proactively. Finally, the exhaust system should be inspected for leaks or excessive corrosion, as emissions compliance was not explicitly noted in the latest pass.