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R196 KGH

1997 Renault Master

White Diesel 2499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Feb 2022
Tests22 (16 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

137,294 mi
Last recorded137,294 miles
Recorded on2 Feb 2021
Typical for 1997 Renault Master114,377 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR196 KGH
MakeRenault
ModelMaster
Year1997
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,499cc

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MOT History

16 pass 6 fail
Pass 2 Feb 2021 137,294 miles

surface corrosion under body of vehicle

Pass 4 Feb 2020 136,789 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Surface corrosion under body of vehicle

Fail 15 Nov 2019 136,357 miles

Front Registration plate inscription missing by damaged (0.1 (b))

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

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

Nearside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (3.3 (b) (ii))

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

Nearside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))

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

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Rear Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting Both side (6.2.2 (d) (i))

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

Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Nearside Front bumper slightly insecure

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Both (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 28 Sep 2018 135,189 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2017 133,689 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 14 Sep 2016 132,585 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2015 131,371 miles

Front Front position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3b)

Heavy surface corrosion at rear end of vehicle

Rear Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Rear rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Fail 30 Sep 2015 131,371 miles

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Front Front position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3b)

Heavy surface corrosion at rear end of vehicle

Rear Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Rear rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Pass 25 Nov 2014 130,327 miles

coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Fail 27 Nov 2013 129,073 miles

Offside Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Pass 27 Nov 2013 129,073 miles

Offside Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Pass 29 Nov 2012 127,974 miles
Fail 28 Nov 2012 127,974 miles

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

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

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 2 Dec 2011 126,569 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2010 124,778 miles

Offside Front Steering rack damaged but serviceable (2.2.C.1d)

Pass 1 Dec 2009 121,937 miles

Nearside Front Steering rack damaged but serviceable (2.2.C.1d)

Offside Front Steering rack damaged but serviceable (2.2.C.1d)

Pass 1 Dec 2008
Fail 28 Nov 2008

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incomplete (1.5.A1b)

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

Pass 20 Nov 2007 115,477 miles
Fail 20 Nov 2007 115,477 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Statutory seat belt missing (5.1.1)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching by more than 10mm within zone 'A' (8.3.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 10 Nov 2006 113,222 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2005 108,648 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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R196 KGH is a 1997 Renault Master in White with a 2,499cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 1997 Renault Master models, the average MOT pass rate is 63.6% with a typical mileage of 114,377 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 R196 KGH, 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 29 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 R196 KGH registered?

R196 KGH is a 1997 Renault Master, first registered on 1 December 1997.

Is R196 KGH safe to buy?

The MOT history for R196 KGH shows 22 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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