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Renault Trucks Master Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults

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Is the Renault Trucks Master reliable? We analysed 6,275 real MOT tests across 413 vehicles to find out.

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Data last updated: · Based on 6,275 real MOT tests
MOT Pass Rate
70.5%
Typical Mileage
129,070mi
Annual Mileage
8,171mi/yr
Est. Lifespan
18yrs

The Renault Trucks Master is about average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include parking brake: efficiency below requirements, registration plate lamp not working and windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Renault Trucks Master.

Renault Trucks Master Number Plates

Number plates registered to a Renault Trucks Master. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.

Renault Trucks Master MOT Pass Rate by Year

How likely is a Renault Trucks Master to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.

80.3%
2013
68.1%
2012
70.9%
2011
74.2%
2010
67.3%
2009
70.9%
2008
69.7%
2007
72.7%
2006
72.4%
2005

Renault Trucks Master Problems — What Goes Wrong?

The most common reasons a Renault Trucks Master fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 200
Registration plate lamp not working 135
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 130
Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint 106
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 102
parking brake recording little or no effort 96
position lamp(s) not working 89

Renault Trucks Master Common Faults & Problems

These are the most common serious faults found on Renault Trucks Master models during MOT testing — flagged as dangerous or major failures that need immediate attention.

Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value 87

Renault Trucks Master Mileage — What's Normal?

How many miles does a typical Renault Trucks Master owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.

Low usage
3,096 mi/yr
Typical
8,171 mi/yr
Average
11,900 mi/yr
Heavy usage
17,630 mi/yr

Renault Trucks Master MOT Data by Registration Year

Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Renault Trucks Master year you're looking at.

Year Tests Pass Rate Low Mi. Typical Mi. High Mi.
2013 76 80.3% 95,280 149,976 228,607
2012 385 68.1% 71,671 127,796 184,235
2011 1,038 70.9% 79,775 138,985 202,910
2010 357 74.2% 53,348 101,077 148,759
2009 1,056 67.3% 83,150 126,404 180,112
2008 2,991 70.9% 83,298 137,862 182,161
2007 66 69.7% 25,671 38,404 72,569
2006 66 72.7% 69,390 101,612 112,607
2005 98 72.4% 103,506 134,835 155,124

How Long Does a Renault Trucks Master Last?

Based on 413 Renault Trucks Master vehicles on UK roads.

Average
12.6 years
Median
14.0 years
Estimated max lifespan
18 years

Renault Trucks Master Mileage Distribution

Total mileage recorded across all Renault Trucks Master MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.

Median
129,070 mi
75th Percentile
181,626 mi
95th Percentile
270,032 mi
Max Recorded
880,653 mi

Best Year to Buy a Used Renault Trucks Master

Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.

Best year
2013

80.3% MOT pass rate from 76 tests

Year to avoid
2009

67.3% MOT pass rate from 1,056 tests

The best year to buy a used Renault Trucks Master is 2013, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 80.3% across 76 tests. The 2009 model year has the lowest pass rate at 67.3% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.

How Does the Renault Trucks Master Compare?

MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.

Model Pass Rate Tests Typical Mileage Lifespan
Renault Trucks Master THIS CAR 70.5% 6,275 129,070 mi 18 yrs
Renault Trucks Master 35 LWB 79% 15,042 84,878 mi — yrs
Renault Trucks Master 125.35 LWB 68.6% 6,185 134,434 mi 16 yrs
Renault Trucks Unknown 79.4% 3,513 153,259 mi 13 yrs
Toyota Auris Tr D-4D 81.6% 5,068 119,811 mi — yrs

Compared to the Renault Trucks Master 35 LWB (79.0% pass rate) and the Renault Trucks Master 125.35 LWB (68.6% pass rate), the Renault Trucks Master sits in the middle of the pack on MOT reliability.

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Should you buy a used Renault Trucks Master?

The Renault Trucks Master has an overall MOT pass rate of 70.5% across 6,275 real MOT tests — roughly in line with the UK average.

The most common problems on the Renault Trucks Master are parking brake: efficiency below requirements (200 recorded failures), registration plate lamp not working (135), and windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (130). These are the faults most likely to cause an MOT failure on this model, so check for them carefully on any test drive or pre-purchase inspection. Many are wear-and-tear items that can be budgeted for, but a car that's already failing on multiple fronts may signal neglected maintenance.

On the safety side, the most frequently flagged dangerous fault is parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value. Dangerous faults cause an immediate MOT failure and mean the vehicle is not roadworthy until repaired. If you're viewing a Renault Trucks Master with an expired or recently passed MOT, ask the seller whether any dangerous faults were found and fixed during the last test.

A typical Renault Trucks Master owner drives around 8,171 miles per year. If the car you're looking at is significantly above this, expect more wear on suspension, brakes and tyres. If it's well below, the vehicle may have been sitting unused — check for perished rubber, corroded discs and stale fluids.

In terms of longevity, most Renault Trucks Master models stay on UK roads for around 18 years — a strong showing that suggests solid build quality and readily available parts. If you're buying one that's already approaching that window, the data suggests it has plenty of life left provided it's been maintained.

Before committing to a purchase, we recommend running a full vehicle history check on the specific car. This will reveal any outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies that the seller may not disclose — and that the MOT data alone can't tell you.

Renault Trucks Master — Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Renault Trucks Master reliable?
Based on 6,275 MOT tests, the Renault Trucks Master has a 70.5% pass rate — about average for UK cars.
What are the common problems on a Renault Trucks Master?
The most common MOT failures are parking brake: efficiency below requirements, registration plate lamp not working, and windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively. Check these on any test drive.
How many miles does a Renault Trucks Master do per year?
The typical Renault Trucks Master does around 8,171 miles per year. Anything significantly above or below this is worth investigating.
How long does a Renault Trucks Master last?
Most Renault Trucks Master models stay on UK roads for around 18 years based on our analysis of 413 vehicles.
Should I get a vehicle check before buying a Renault Trucks Master?
Yes. An MOT pass rate tells you about the model in general, but a vehicle history check reveals the specific car's finance, stolen, write-off and mileage history — things the seller may not disclose.
What is the best year to buy a Renault Trucks Master?
Based on MOT pass rates, the best year to buy a used Renault Trucks Master is 2013 with a 80.3% pass rate across 76 tests.