2005 Renault Master 2.5L Diesel · YX05 LDO

The vehicle maintains a roadworthy status, though the maintenance trend shows a slight shift toward minor mechanical degradation. The most recent test conducted on 31 May 2025 at 170,948 miles identified several advisories including a worn nearside rear anti-roll bar linkage, a non-excessive oil leak, and a faulty fog lamp. While the vehicle achieved a clean pass in May 2024, these newer defects suggest that components are beginning to show wear consistent with the age and high mileage. The mileage pattern is consistent with a 21-year-old commercial, averaging approximately 8,140 miles per year. There is a significant gap in recorded data between July 2019 and June 2022, during which the vehicle covered only 185 miles over three years. Since 2022, usage has resumed steadily, covering nearly 4,000 miles in the last three years. This period of inactivity suggests the vehicle may have sat stationary for long durations, which often contributes to the perishing of rubber components, such as the front tyres noted in the 2019 record. A buyer should prioritise a thorough inspection of the windscreen, as damage has appeared in three out of four consecutive tests since 2022. The oil leak flagged in 2025 requires a close look to determine if it is a minor gasket seep or a developing engine issue that could escalate. Furthermore, the worn anti-roll bar linkage indicates that the entire suspension geometry should be checked for play or perished bushes to prevent handling instability. Given the vehicle's age, a physical inspection of the chassis for structural corrosion is essential, as the MOT record does not explicitly highlight structural integrity issues.