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VN05 BTF

2005 Renault Master

Grey Diesel 2463cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 May 2027
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

158,180 mi
Last recorded158,180 miles
Recorded on12 May 2026
Typical for 2005 Renault Master106,058 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVN05 BTF
MakeRenault
ModelMaster
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,463cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 May 2026 158,180 miles
Pass 29 May 2025 155,215 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 24 May 2024 151,372 miles
Pass 17 May 2023 147,066 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 30 May 2022 143,767 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 30 May 2022 143,767 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 30 Apr 2021 138,622 miles
Fail 30 Apr 2021 138,622 miles

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Pass 19 Jun 2019 130,779 miles
Pass 4 May 2018 123,797 miles

1,rear indicators fade-in in colour. 2, front axle discs showing signs of deterioration.

Pass 27 Apr 2017 117,060 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2016 113,011 miles

front discs showing signs of wear

rear discs app wear limit

Pass 6 May 2015 109,989 miles

front discs showing signs of wear

rear discs rusty deteriateing

Pass 9 Apr 2014 106,457 miles

front axle discs slighty rusted

rear axle discs rusty

Pass 25 Oct 2012 102,213 miles

n/s rear tyre on limit for wear and signs of scalloping

Pass 12 Sep 2011 98,223 miles

n/s rear tread app limit and signs of scalloping

rear discs rusty

slight lift in n/s and o/s ball joint

front axle tread on limit for wear

Pass 8 Jul 2010 92,509 miles

o/s front tyre app limit and nail in tread

rear discs showing signs of deteriation

Pass 8 Jul 2009 87,101 miles

n/s rear disc showing wear

o/s front tyre approaching limit and nail in center of tread

o/s rear disk approaching wear limit

rear wireing insecure at rear bumper

Pass 21 May 2008 73,020 miles
Fail 21 May 2008 73,020 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

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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VN05 BTF 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 VN05 BTF, 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 VN05 BTF registered?

VN05 BTF is a 2005 Renault Master, first registered on 27 May 2005.

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