2006 Renault Master 2.5L Diesel · VN55 NLO

The vehicle currently holds a roadworthy status, but the recent history reveals a pattern of inconsistent compliance. While the most recent test on 27 June 2025 at 177,427 miles passed without any defects, this followed a failure just ten days prior. The overall trend suggests that while the vehicle is capable of meeting minimum standards, it has required reactive maintenance to clear MOT failures rather than demonstrating a proactive service history that prevents faults from reaching the testing stage. The mileage pattern is remarkably consistent for a twenty-year-old van. At 177,427 miles, the vehicle averages approximately 8,800 miles per year, which aligns with typical usage for a commercial Master. However, the data shows a significant stagnation in mileage between July 2023 and August 2024, where the vehicle covered only 370 miles in over thirteen months. This period of inactivity suggests the vehicle sat for long durations or was used only very sparingly, which often leads to the degradation of rubber components, seized brake calipers, and fuel issues that may explain the recurring test failures despite the low annual mileage. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the chassis and structural integrity, as the age of this model often leads to significant corrosion in the sills and floor pans. The repeated failures in 2023, 2024, and 2025 indicate that mechanical components are frequently on the borderline of failure. Specific attention should be paid to the suspension bushes, coil springs, and braking system, as the long periods of inactivity followed by immediate failures often suggest that these parts are only addressed when they fail an official inspection.