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GN08 BYU

2008 Renault Trucks Master

White Diesel 2464cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Aug 2026
Tests19 (13 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate68.4%

Mileage

254,256 mi
Last recorded254,256 miles
Recorded on28 Aug 2025
Typical for 2008 Renault Trucks Master137,862 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGN08 BYU
MakeRenault Trucks
ModelMaster
Year2008
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,464cc

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MOT History

13 pass 6 fail
Pass 28 Aug 2025 254,256 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2024 252,699 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Mar 2023 250,588 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2022 246,866 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2021 214,771 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2019 210,420 miles
Fail 28 Nov 2019 210,420 miles

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 27 Apr 2018 210,273 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 26 Apr 2018 210,272 miles

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 11 Jul 2016 172,836 miles
Fail 11 Jul 2016 172,836 miles

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 1 Jun 2015 120,139 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

engine oil leak

Fail 30 May 2015 120,139 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

engine oil leak

Pass 30 May 2014 92,702 miles

engine oil leak

Fail 27 May 2014 92,702 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid level below minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

engine oil leak

Pass 3 Jun 2013 69,954 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 26 May 2012 53,743 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 24 May 2012 53,741 miles

Bonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (8.4.1)

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 19 May 2011 40,891 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

rear brake discs slightly worn

How Reliable is the Renault Trucks Master?

Based on 6,275 MOT tests across 413 vehicles.

70.5%
Pass Rate
8,171
Miles/Year
18
Year Lifespan
413
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

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
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GN08 BYU is a 2008 Renault Trucks Master in White with a 2,464cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.4%.

Across all 2008 Renault Trucks Master models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.9% with a typical mileage of 137,862 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Renault Trucks Master fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 200 recorded failures. If you're considering buying GN08 BYU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Renault Trucks Master typically stays on UK roads for around 18 years. At 18 years old, this Renault Trucks Master is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of GN08 BYU?

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What year was GN08 BYU registered?

GN08 BYU is a 2008 Renault Trucks Master, first registered on 3 June 2008.

Is GN08 BYU safe to buy?

The MOT history for GN08 BYU shows 19 tests with a 68.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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