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MXZ 490

2008 Renault Master

Silver Diesel 2463cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Sep 2026
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

48,229 mi
Last recorded48,229 miles
Recorded on18 Sep 2025
Typical for 2008 Renault Master106,451 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMXZ 490
MakeRenault
ModelMaster
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,463cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Sep 2025 48,229 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2024 48,175 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2023 43,060 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2022 42,015 miles
Fail 8 Jun 2022 41,965 miles

Battery insecure and likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (ii))

Headlamp not working on dipped beam at all (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Headlamp not working on main beam at all (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Parking brake inoperative on one side center rear (1.4.1 (a))

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

fan belt not fitted correctly

Pass 11 Jul 2018 41,594 miles
Fail 6 Jul 2018 41,579 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Pass 18 Mar 2015 94,423 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2014 78,333 miles

slight waer in o/s/r 2nd axle swinging arm bushes

Pass 5 Feb 2013 66,104 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2012 56,309 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2011 42,523 miles
Fail 2 Mar 2011 42,523 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Pass 2 Jun 2010 34,652 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2009 15,010 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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MXZ 490 is a 2008 Renault Master in Silver with a 2,463cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2008 Renault Master models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.5% with a typical mileage of 106,451 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 MXZ 490, 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 18 years old, this Renault Master is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of MXZ 490?

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What year was MXZ 490 registered?

MXZ 490 is a 2008 Renault Master, first registered on 1 February 2008.

Is MXZ 490 safe to buy?

The MOT history for MXZ 490 shows 15 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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