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V265 LFM

1999 Renault Master

Green Diesel 2799cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Jan 2027
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

42,303 mi
Last recorded42,303 miles
Recorded on8 Jan 2026
Typical for 1999 Renault Master122,482 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV265 LFM
MakeRenault
ModelMaster
Year1999
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,799cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 8 Jan 2026 42,303 miles

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

Pass 8 Jan 2025 40,589 miles

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Jan 2024 37,695 miles

Front Headlamp lens slightly defective Showing signs of water ingress (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured Both sides (4.4.3 (a))

Fail 9 Jan 2024 37,695 miles

Front Headlamp lens slightly defective Showing signs of water ingress (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured Both sides (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 9 Jan 2023 35,277 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 9 Jan 2023 35,277 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 17 Jan 2022 33,715 miles
Fail 11 Jan 2022 33,692 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Seat belt anchorage loose (7.1.1 (b))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 11 Jan 2016 30,653 miles
Fail 8 Jan 2016 39,653 miles

Centre Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases box (7.1.2)

Pass 27 Jan 2015 27,761 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

exhaust leaking slighty at middle box and corroded

Pass 13 Jan 2014 24,719 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2013 21,037 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2012 16,068 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2011 15,474 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2010 13,358 miles
Fail 11 Jan 2010 13,358 miles

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

Pass 25 Mar 2009 11,828 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2008 10,332 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2007 9,037 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2006 7,777 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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V265 LFM is a 1999 Renault Master in Green with a 2,799cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 V265 LFM, 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 V265 LFM registered?

V265 LFM is a 1999 Renault Master, first registered on 7 September 1999.

Is V265 LFM safe to buy?

The MOT history for V265 LFM shows 21 tests with a 76.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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