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SH55 GXL

2005 Renault Master

Grey Diesel 2463cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Dec 2026
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

92,184 mi
Last recorded92,184 miles
Recorded on11 Dec 2025
Typical for 2005 Renault Master106,058 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSH55 GXL
MakeRenault
ModelMaster
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,463cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Dec 2025 92,184 miles

welded / plated

Fail 5 Dec 2025 91,863 miles

Nearside Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced jack point (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced jack point (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 11 Dec 2024 77,337 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2023 65,593 miles

Nearside Front Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Front Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Pass 15 Dec 2022 61,365 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced at side moulding (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 1 Dec 2022 61,355 miles

Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rears (1.1.11 (c))

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

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside door handle damaged

Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Oct 2021 54,213 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2020 47,021 miles
Fail 16 Oct 2020 47,021 miles

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

Offside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 22 Oct 2019 36,902 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.5mm (5.2.3 (e))

brakes pass on lock up

Pass 25 Oct 2018 34,439 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2017 34,202 miles
Pass 25 May 2016 33,803 miles
Pass 19 May 2015 30,721 miles
Pass 6 May 2014 30,046 miles
Pass 3 May 2013 28,916 miles
Pass 3 May 2012 25,653 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2011 21,667 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2009 20,267 miles

Nearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 18 Dec 2008 18,408 miles

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

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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SH55 GXL is a 2005 Renault Master in Grey with a 2,463cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

Across all 2005 Renault Master models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.3% with a typical mileage of 106,058 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 SH55 GXL, 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 21 years old, this Renault Master is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was SH55 GXL registered?

SH55 GXL is a 2005 Renault Master, first registered on 10 November 2005.

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