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MOT pass rates, common failures, and reliability data for the Renault Master. Check any Master by registration number below.

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73.2%

Avg Pass Rate

-8.3%

vs Renault Avg

31

Year Ranges

Average

Reliability

Renault Master — MOT Reliability Overview

The Renault Master has an average MOT pass rate of 73.2%, which is 8.3 percentage points below the Renault brand average of 81.5%. This is a reasonable result that reflects typical UK reliability standards. Regular servicing and addressing advisories promptly will help keep your Master on the road.

The most common reasons a Renault Master fails its MOT are the strength or continuity of the load bearing structure within 30cm of any sub-frame, spring or suspension component mounting (a 'prescribed area') is significantly reduced or inadequately repaired, vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is seriously reduced, service brake efficiency below minimum requirement. If you are preparing your Master for its MOT, checking these areas first could save you a retest fee. Our detailed fault analysis includes estimated repair costs for each failure type.

Before buying a used Renault Master, we recommend checking the full MOT history, write-off status, outstanding finance, and stolen vehicle status. These checks can be done for free using the registration number.

MOT Pass Rate by Year

How the Renault Master performs at MOT across different model years.

2024

Based on 71 vehicles

98.6%Excellent
Renault average: 81.5%

2023

Based on 55 vehicles

96.4%Excellent
Renault average: 81.5%

2022

Based on 45 vehicles

95.6%Excellent
Renault average: 81.5%
Dangerous Defects

7.4%

Retest Rate

7.4%

2021

Based on 153 vehicles

88.9%Excellent
Renault average: 81.5%
Dangerous Defects

2.9%

Retest Rate

9.4%

Mileage at 3yr

42k mi

2020

Based on 451 vehicles

82.9%Good
Renault average: 81.5%
Dangerous Defects

3.3%

Retest Rate

17.3%

Mileage at 3yr

92k mi

Mileage at 5yr

176k mi

2019

Based on 1,712 vehicles

84.1%Good
Renault average: 81.5%
Dangerous Defects

4.4%

Retest Rate

16.3%

Mileage at 3yr

110k mi

Mileage at 5yr

121k mi

2018

Based on 1,762 vehicles

86.1%Excellent
Renault average: 81.5%
Dangerous Defects

2.5%

Retest Rate

14.2%

Mileage at 5yr

127k mi

2017

Based on 1,670 vehicles

84.3%Good
Renault average: 81.5%
Dangerous Defects

2.7%

Retest Rate

15.3%

Mileage at 5yr

105k mi

2016

Based on 1,993 vehicles

82.9%Good
Renault average: 81.5%
Dangerous Defects

4.3%

Retest Rate

15.2%

2015

Based on 1,995 vehicles

78.3%Good
Renault average: 81.5%
Dangerous Defects

4.1%

Retest Rate

21.8%

Mileage at 10yr

162k mi

2014

Based on 1,574 vehicles

80.6%Good
Renault average: 81.5%
Dangerous Defects

2.9%

Retest Rate

17.9%

Mileage at 10yr

157k mi

2013

Based on 1,658 vehicles

77.7%Good
Renault average: 81.5%
Dangerous Defects

4.2%

Retest Rate

19.5%

Mileage at 10yr

173k mi

2012

Based on 1,765 vehicles

75.9%Good
Renault average: 81.5%
Dangerous Defects

3.9%

Retest Rate

24.7%

Mileage at 10yr

128k mi

2011

Based on 1,713 vehicles

66.8%Average
Renault average: 81.5%
Dangerous Defects

6.6%

Retest Rate

34.5%

2010

Based on 1,857 vehicles

64.7%Below Average
Renault average: 81.5%
Dangerous Defects

8.0%

Retest Rate

32.6%

2009

Based on 1,897 vehicles

65.2%Average
Renault average: 81.5%
Dangerous Defects

6.4%

Retest Rate

33.6%

2008

Based on 2,872 vehicles

66.2%Average
Renault average: 81.5%
Dangerous Defects

6.6%

Retest Rate

28.3%

2007

Based on 3,619 vehicles

70.0%Average
Renault average: 81.5%
Dangerous Defects

5.4%

Retest Rate

25.9%

2006

Based on 3,158 vehicles

65.2%Average
Renault average: 81.5%
Dangerous Defects

6.8%

Retest Rate

31.2%

2005

Based on 1,948 vehicles

63.3%Below Average
Renault average: 81.5%
Dangerous Defects

8.1%

Retest Rate

34.1%

2004

Based on 1,547 vehicles

60.2%Below Average
Renault average: 81.5%
Dangerous Defects

8.5%

Retest Rate

33.3%

2003

Based on 1,037 vehicles

57.6%Below Average
Renault average: 81.5%
Dangerous Defects

9.5%

Retest Rate

37.0%

2002

Based on 1,003 vehicles

58.4%Below Average
Renault average: 81.5%
Dangerous Defects

9.0%

Retest Rate

31.5%

2001

Based on 834 vehicles

54.2%Below Average
Renault average: 81.5%
Dangerous Defects

9.4%

Retest Rate

30.7%

2000

Based on 618 vehicles

56.5%Below Average
Renault average: 81.5%
Dangerous Defects

7.4%

Retest Rate

28.2%

1999

Based on 436 vehicles

57.1%Below Average
Renault average: 81.5%
Dangerous Defects

3.0%

Retest Rate

27.8%

1998

Based on 300 vehicles

56.0%Below Average
Renault average: 81.5%
Dangerous Defects

3.8%

Retest Rate

22.6%

1997

Based on 54 vehicles

98.1%Excellent
Renault average: 81.5%

1996

Based on 56 vehicles

60.7%Below Average
Renault average: 81.5%
Dangerous Defects

0.0%

Retest Rate

13.2%

1995

Based on 69 vehicles

63.8%Below Average
Renault average: 81.5%
Dangerous Defects

9.4%

Retest Rate

28.3%

0

Based on 86,765 vehicles

73.7%Average
Renault average: 81.5%
Mileage at 5yr

125k mi

Top MOT Failures — Renault Master

The most common reasons a Renault Master fails its MOT, aggregated across all year ranges.

1

The strength or continuity of the load bearing structure within 30cm of any sub-frame, spring or suspension component mounting (a 'prescribed area') is significantly reduced or inadequately repaired

8.4%
2

Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is seriously reduced

6.8%
3

Service brake efficiency below minimum requirement

5.5%
4

Windscreen washers not working or not providing sufficient fluid to clear the windscreen

5.2%
5

Steering rack gaiter or ball joint dust cover missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc

4.0%

Renault Master — Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about the Renault Master MOT and reliability.

What is the MOT pass rate for the Renault Master?
The average MOT pass rate for the Renault Master is 73.2% compared to the Renault average of 81.5%. Pass rates vary by year — check the year-by-year breakdown on this page for details.
What are the most common MOT failures on a Renault Master?
The most common MOT failures on the Renault Master are: The strength or continuity of the load bearing structure within 30cm of any sub-frame, spring or suspension component mounting (a 'prescribed area') is significantly reduced or inadequately repaired (8.4%), Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is seriously reduced (6.8%), Service brake efficiency below minimum requirement (5.5%). These are the components most likely to cause an MOT failure.
Is the Renault Master reliable?
With an average MOT pass rate of 73.2%, the Renault Master is rated as "Average" for reliability. This is around average — regular maintenance is recommended to avoid common failure points.
How do I check the MOT history of a Renault Master?
Enter the vehicle's registration number in the search box at the top of this page. You will instantly see the complete MOT history including every test result, mileage readings, advisories, and dangerous defects — completely free.
What mileage should I expect on a Renault Master?
Typical mileage for the Renault Master: 42,200 miles at 3 years. Use these benchmarks when evaluating a used Master to spot vehicles with unusually high or low mileage.

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