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J289 SPB

1992 Renault Master

Red Diesel 2499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Sep 2008
Tests5 (2 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate40%

Mileage

184,945 mi
Last recorded184,945 miles
Recorded on23 Sep 2008
Typical for 1992 Renault Master102,296 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ289 SPB
MakeRenault
ModelMaster
Year1992
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,499cc

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MOT History

2 pass 3 fail
Fail 23 Sep 2008 184,945 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Headlamp switch faulty (1.7.1)

Nearside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Vehicle structure has an unsatisfactory modification, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

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

Pass 7 Sep 2007 184,545 miles
Fail 29 Aug 2007 184,494 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Rear An item not tested (Manual)

Offside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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

Pass 7 Jun 2006 184,151 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2006 184,151 miles

Brake load sensing valve linkage seized (3.6.E.3)

Centre Front Statutory seat belt missing (5.1.1)

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

Inner Front Statutory seat belt missing (5.1.1)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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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J289 SPB is a 1992 Renault Master in Red with a 2,499cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 40%.

Across all 1992 Renault Master models, the average MOT pass rate is 60.8% with a typical mileage of 102,296 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 Master fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 69,954 recorded failures. If you're considering buying J289 SPB, 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 34 years old, this Renault Master is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of J289 SPB?

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What year was J289 SPB registered?

J289 SPB is a 1992 Renault Master, first registered on 19 May 1992.

Is J289 SPB safe to buy?

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