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T209 VNU

1999 Renault Master

White Diesel 2499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jun 2026
Tests24 (19 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate79.2%

Mileage

77,541 mi
Last recorded77,541 miles
Recorded on5 Jun 2025
Typical for 1999 Renault Master122,482 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT209 VNU
MakeRenault
ModelMaster
Year1999
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,499cc

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MOT History

19 pass 5 fail
Pass 5 Jun 2025 77,541 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Rear axle brake pipe highlighted in yellow chalk. (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 11 Jun 2024 77,374 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2023 77,368 miles

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced corrosion on both front jacking points (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced corrosion on rear crossmember near to n/s and o/s rear spring hanger brackets (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened corrosion on both front/rear subframes/suspension assemblies etc (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 1 Jun 2023 77,364 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose leaking on a hydraulic braking system new pipe leaking (1.1.12 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced corrosion on both front jacking points (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced corrosion on rear crossmember near to n/s and o/s rear spring hanger brackets (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened corrosion on both front/rear subframes/suspension assemblies etc (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 27 Apr 2022 76,843 miles

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced slight corrosion on various parts of underbody/subframes etc (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair rear axle footbrake / handbrake effort and imbalance only just passed test advise attention (1.2.1 (c))

Pass 1 Apr 2021 76,179 miles

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced corrosion on both front jacking points (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both flexi ferrules (1.1.12 (f) (i))

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

Rear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))

Service brake binding but not excessively both rears (1.2.1 (f))

Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened corrosion on both front/rear subframes/suspension components etc (5.3.3 (b) (i))

engine throttle sticking advise attention

Pass 18 Sep 2019 75,987 miles

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

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced corrosion on various parts of chassis etc (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 19 Sep 2018 75,551 miles

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

Pass 13 Sep 2017 74,918 miles

Offside Rear rear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.6b)

rear axle footbrake effort only just passed test

Pass 13 Sep 2016 73,952 miles

exhaust system deteriorating

Pass 15 Sep 2015 72,707 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2014 70,739 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2013 68,990 miles

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

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

exhaust rubbers deteriorating

Pass 17 Sep 2012 67,438 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2011 64,936 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2010 62,720 miles
Fail 10 Sep 2010 62,720 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 11 Sep 2009 60,272 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2008 56,744 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2008 56,744 miles

Rear reflector not red in colour (1.5.1d)

Pass 21 Sep 2007 53,504 miles
Fail 17 Sep 2007 53,504 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

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

Pass 20 Sep 2006 49,700 miles
Fail 19 Sep 2006 49,700 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecurely mounted to its housing (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.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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T209 VNU is a 1999 Renault Master in White with a 2,499cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 79.2%.

Across all 1999 Renault Master models, the average MOT pass rate is 63.6% with a typical mileage of 122,482 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 T209 VNU, 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 27 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 T209 VNU registered?

T209 VNU is a 1999 Renault Master, first registered on 31 March 1999.

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The MOT history for T209 VNU shows 24 tests with a 79.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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