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R831 FBX

1998 Renault Master

White Diesel 2499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jul 2017
Tests17 (11 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate64.7%

Mileage

76,651 mi
Last recorded76,651 miles
Recorded on28 Jun 2016
Typical for 1998 Renault Master124,820 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR831 FBX
MakeRenault
ModelMaster
Year1998
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,499cc

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MOT History

11 pass 6 fail
Pass 28 Jun 2016 76,651 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

both headlamp reflectors tarnished

slight corrosion to metal brake pipes

Fail 27 Jun 2016 76,648 miles

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded rear panel corroded full length (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded spring hanger where top bolt fits (2.4.A.3) DANGEROUS

both headlamp reflectors tarnished

slight corrosion to metal brake pipes

Pass 3 Jul 2015 72,597 miles

Nearside Front Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

both headlamp reflectors tarnished

heavy corrosion to vehicle underside and chassis

Fail 22 Jun 2015 72,597 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

Nearside Front Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Front Tie bar/rod has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front Tie bar/rod has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Nearside Front Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

both headlamp reflectors tarnished

heavy corrosion to vehicle underside and chassis

Pass 12 Jun 2014 64,496 miles

front number plate cracked

Fail 2 Jun 2014 64,477 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

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

front number plate cracked

Pass 24 Jun 2013 62,754 miles

front number plate poor

Fail 20 Jun 2013 62,753 miles

Nearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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

Rear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2) DANGEROUS

front number plate poor

Pass 2 Jun 2012 55,060 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

corrosion through out

Fail 25 May 2012 55,057 miles

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

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

corrosion through out

Pass 7 Apr 2011 54,590 miles

Nearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

engine oil leak

n/s trackrod end grease gaiter split / leaking grease

o/s handbrake cable outer casing split

surface rust to rear underside of vehicle

Pass 7 Apr 2010 52,718 miles

Nearside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

drivers front seat requires tightening

passenger front seat requires tightening

slight play in n/s/f steering rack/track rod

unable to open fuel cap

Fail 9 Apr 2009 50,360 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Pass 9 Apr 2009 50,360 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2008 46,996 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2007 45,229 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Pass 31 Mar 2006 42,561 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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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R831 FBX is a 1998 Renault Master in White with a 2,499cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.7%.

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 R831 FBX, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R831 FBX registered?

R831 FBX is a 1998 Renault Master, first registered on 14 April 1998.

Is R831 FBX safe to buy?

The MOT history for R831 FBX shows 17 tests with a 64.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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