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BU12 SDO

2012 Renault Master

Blue Diesel 2298cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 May 2027
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

75,317 mi
Last recorded75,317 miles
Recorded on10 Apr 2026
Typical for 2012 Renault Master99,331 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU12 SDO
MakeRenault
ModelMaster
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,298cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 10 Apr 2026 75,317 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 8 Apr 2026 75,316 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Speed limiter plate missing (7.10 (e))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low DONE (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too low DONE (4.1.2 (a))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Apr 2025 69,464 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2025 69,448 miles

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Offside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Pass 1 May 2024 58,397 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2023 41,707 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 27 Apr 2022 37,487 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2021 34,138 miles

spare wheel close to 10 year old max date 30/11

Pass 5 May 2020 33,204 miles
Pass 9 May 2019 29,585 miles
Pass 9 May 2018 25,245 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2017 20,110 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2017 20,110 miles

Nearside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 26 Apr 2016 16,755 miles
Pass 7 May 2015 12,704 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2013 5,365 miles
Fail 3 Sep 2013 5,365 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose twisted (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Brake hose twisted (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

How Reliable is the Renault Master?

Based on 1,547,762 MOT tests across 123,092 vehicles.

69.3%
Pass Rate
6,778
Miles/Year
31
Year Lifespan
123,092
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 69,954
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 39,852
Registration plate lamp not working 28,076
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 26,954
parking brake recording little or no effort 26,814
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BU12 SDO is a 2012 Renault Master in Blue with a 2,298cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

Across all 2012 Renault Master models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.0% with a typical mileage of 99,331 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Renault Master fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 69,954 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BU12 SDO, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Renault Master typically stays on UK roads for around 31 years. At 14 years old, this Renault Master is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BU12 SDO registered?

BU12 SDO is a 2012 Renault Master, first registered on 28 June 2012.

Is BU12 SDO safe to buy?

The MOT history for BU12 SDO shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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