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MJ53 ZJU

2003 Renault Master

Grey Diesel 2463cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Nov 2022
Tests25 (16 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate64%

Mileage

83,507 mi
Last recorded83,507 miles
Recorded on22 Nov 2021
Typical for 2003 Renault Master100,375 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMJ53 ZJU
MakeRenault
ModelMaster
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,463cc

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MOT History

16 pass 9 fail
Pass 22 Nov 2021 83,507 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Nov 2020 73,559 miles

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

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

Pass 22 Nov 2019 66,807 miles

Offside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 20 Nov 2019 66,778 miles

Front Hazard warning switch inoperative (4.4.2 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Reverse light inoperative

Pass 2 Nov 2018 64,161 miles

Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Fail 2 Nov 2018 64,161 miles

Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low Adjusted. (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 29 Nov 2017 62,788 miles
Fail 23 Nov 2017 62,786 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split gaiter holed (2.2.D.2d)

Nearside Rear tyre tread down to wear bars

Pass 1 Nov 2016 59,795 miles
Fail 1 Nov 2016 59,795 miles

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

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

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

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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

Pass 23 Oct 2015 57,044 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 22 Oct 2015 57,040 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 23 Oct 2014 54,907 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.8)

Pass 23 Oct 2014 54,907 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2013 52,677 miles
Fail 31 Oct 2012 50,714 miles

Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.6.2b)

Pass 31 Oct 2012 50,714 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2011 48,532 miles

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

Pass 28 Oct 2010 453 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2009 39,488 miles
Fail 17 Oct 2008 32,368 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 17 Oct 2008 32,368 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2007 26,462 miles
Fail 13 Oct 2006 19,284 miles

Nearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 13 Oct 2006 19,284 miles

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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MJ53 ZJU is a 2003 Renault Master in Grey with a 2,463cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64%.

Across all 2003 Renault Master models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.7% with a typical mileage of 100,375 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 MJ53 ZJU, 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 23 years old, this Renault Master is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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MJ53 ZJU is a 2003 Renault Master, first registered on 13 November 2003.

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