2020 Renault Master MH35 Business DCI 2.3L Diesel · YK70 XTS

This 2020 Renault Master MH35 Business dCi presents a mixed maintenance picture. The most recent test on 11 September 2025 at 86,305 miles resulted in a pass, but the tester flagged a windscreen with chips and a crack alongside an offside front tyre worn close to the legal limit on its inner edge. The underlying trend is one of gradual deterioration rather than a sudden decline. The vehicle has passed its last three MOTs, yet recurring advisories around the windscreen and brake discs suggest cosmetic and consumable wear has been tolerated rather than proactively addressed. The mileage accumulation tells a clear story of sustained, intensive use. The vehicle has covered roughly 14,384 miles per year since new, which is high for a large panel van of this age. Between the September 2023 test at 67,569 miles and the September 2024 test at 73,584 miles, it added 6,015 miles in twelve months. The jump to 86,305 miles by September 2025 represents a further 12,721 miles in just one year, indicating a marked increase in workload during the most recent period. This accelerating rate of use places additional stress on braking, suspension, and drivetrain components, and the MOT record reflects that with more frequent wear-related advisories appearing in the later tests. A buyer should pay close attention to the front brake discs and the nearside rear shock absorber. In the September 2024 test, both front brake discs were flagged as worn, pitted, or scored, and the nearside rear shock absorber showed slight external casing damage with corrosion. These items were noted on the same test date, suggesting the vehicle was operating with degraded braking and damping components at that mileage. Although the subsequent 2025 pass indicates the brake discs were not deemed seriously weakened, the pitting and scoring description points to uneven wear that often accompanies heavy commercial use. Inspect the discs for lipping, heat cracking, and thickness variation, and check the nearside rear shock absorber for oil misting, casing integrity, and correct damping response. The windscreen requires immediate attention. A chip and crack have appeared in every test since September 2023, and the most recent advisory confirms the crack has persisted and possibly extended. While the tester judged it did not adversely affect the driver's view at the time of testing, progressive cracking around the edges of the screen can compromise structural integrity over time, particularly on a large van subject to flexing and vibration. The offside front tyre showing inner edge wear on the 2025 test points to potential alignment or suspension geometry issues, likely linked to the corroded shock absorber noted the previous year. A thorough four-wheel alignment check and a close inspection of all suspension bushes, coil springs, and mounting points are advisable before purchase.