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R436 MEC

1998 Renault Master

Silver Diesel 2499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Apr 2027
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

137,666 mi
Last recorded137,666 miles
Recorded on17 Apr 2026
Typical for 1998 Renault Master124,820 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR436 MEC
MakeRenault
ModelMaster
Year1998
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,499cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Apr 2026 137,666 miles

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

Pass 25 Apr 2025 137,222 miles

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

Pass 26 Apr 2024 136,861 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2011 131,765 miles

centre exhaust rubbers are starting to wear

Pass 5 Oct 2010 127,820 miles

Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Fail 28 Sep 2010 127,804 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 29 Sep 2009 123,886 miles
Fail 28 Sep 2009 123,886 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

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

Pass 2 Jul 2008 120,832 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2007 120,012 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2006 118,514 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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R436 MEC is a 1998 Renault Master in Silver with a 2,499cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 1998 Renault Master models, the average MOT pass rate is 62.4% with a typical mileage of 124,820 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 R436 MEC, 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 28 years old, this Renault Master is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R436 MEC registered?

R436 MEC is a 1998 Renault Master, first registered on 31 March 1998.

Is R436 MEC safe to buy?

The MOT history for R436 MEC shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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