2019 Renault Master 2.3L Diesel · SH19 CFV

The 2026‑02‑20 FAILED MOT at 139,794 miles demonstrates that the Renault Master is presently not roadworthy, as the test flagged excessive play in the front suspension arm ball joint, worn anti‑roll bar bushes on both sides, a loose rear strut top bearing, a split CV drive‑shaft boot and a detached rear anti‑roll bar linkage. The earlier PASSED test on the same day recorded only minor lighting and tyre defects, indicating a clear deterioration in mechanical condition since the previous inspection. The vehicle, first registered in 2019, has accumulated 139,794 miles, averaging about 20,000 miles per year, a rate that far exceeds typical usage for a seven‑year‑old van. Mileage rose from 72,557 miles in the February 2023 test to 83,504 miles in February 2024, then to 114,291 miles in February 2025 and finally to 139,794 miles in February 2026, showing a steady and rapid increase with only one test per year and no longer intervals of inactivity. A buyer should therefore prioritize a physical inspection of the front suspension components, checking the ball joints, anti‑roll bar bushes and rear strut top bearing for play or looseness, and examine the condition of the CV boots and drive‑shaft joints for splits or insecurity. The history of binding rear service brakes and repeated tyre wear near the legal limit also warrants a close look at brake calipers, discs and tyre tread depth, while any signs of structural rust on the chassis or wheel arches should be verified before purchase.