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P972 FRJ

1996 Renault Master

White Diesel 2499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 May 2023
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

48,818 mi
Last recorded48,818 miles
Recorded on19 May 2023
Typical for 1996 Renault Master114,374 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP972 FRJ
MakeRenault
ModelMaster
Year1996
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,499cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Fail 19 May 2023 48,818 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device missing (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Front Suspension component ball joint excessively worn top tie bar (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Front Suspension component ball joint excessively worn top tie bar (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner sill to floor (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Oil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 25 May 2022 48,350 miles

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

Nearside Front hub and caliper covers in grease

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

under covers fitted obscuring some parts

Fail 24 May 2022 48,350 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device missing (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Front Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

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

Nearside Front hub and caliper covers in grease

Fail 2 Nov 2021 48,324 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device missing (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Upper Suspension rod ball joint excessively worn and offside front upper tie bars (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded on axile (1.1.12 (f) (i))

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

Nearside Front hub and caliper area coverd in grease

Pass 30 Oct 2020 46,009 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component ball joint has slight play and offside front tie bars (5.3.4 (a) (i))

under covers fitted obscuring some parts

Pass 25 Oct 2019 44,303 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension rod ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Front Upper Suspension rod ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Pass 30 Aug 2018 42,540 miles
Fail 28 Aug 2018 42,523 miles

Nearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Front Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Jul 2015 42,500 miles
Fail 14 Jul 2015 42,490 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Pass 20 May 2014 41,409 miles
Pass 9 May 2013 38,524 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Pass 14 May 2012 34,639 miles
Pass 17 May 2011 29,921 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2010 25,720 miles
Pass 21 May 2009 23,274 miles
Pass 29 May 2008 21,794 miles
Pass 22 May 2007 19,506 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2006 15,419 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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P972 FRJ is a 1996 Renault Master in White with a 2,499cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

Across all 1996 Renault Master models, the average MOT pass rate is 63.8% with a typical mileage of 114,374 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 P972 FRJ, 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 30 years old, this Renault Master is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was P972 FRJ registered?

P972 FRJ is a 1996 Renault Master, first registered on 13 November 1996.

Is P972 FRJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for P972 FRJ shows 19 tests with a 73.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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