Based on 2,321 MOT tests from 182 vehicles analysed by VehicleScore. The figures below describe that VehicleScore sample. Recurring issues seen in VehicleScore MOT data are not a claim that every RENAULT MASTER has the same fault.
RENAULT MASTER's have a slightly over average reliability rating of 509/999. The score was calculated from the average of every RENAULT MASTER that has had a registered MOT.
We calculated all of the below figures by getting the score from each vehicle make/model/year/fuel, which are each calculated a score. We then generate the average score, taking into account factors such as mileage and emissions.
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| Fuel Type | Year | Reliability Score | Avg Mileage | Sample Size |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Diesel | 2019 | 684/999Good | 107,518 miles | 2,830 vehicles |
| Diesel | 2018 | 597/999Above average | 101,576 miles | 3,543 vehicles |
| Diesel | 2015 | 572/999Above average | 100,979 miles | 4,987 vehicles |
| Diesel | 2014 | 551/999Above average | 99,544 miles | 4,932 vehicles |
| Diesel | 2013 | 525/999Above average | 99,987 miles | 4,187 vehicles |
| Diesel | 2010 | 423/999Average | 100,874 miles | 1,985 vehicles |
| Diesel | 2008 | 395/999Fair | 107,164 miles | 2,387 vehicles |
| Diesel | 2003 | 404/999Average | 98,847 miles | 2,643 vehicles |
| Diesel | 2001 | 429/999Average | 102,413 miles | 1,891 vehicles |
Based on 2,321 MOT tests from 182 vehicles analysed by VehicleScore.
Vehicles
182
MOT tests
2,321
Pass rate
69.4%
Median mileage
126,690 mi
Recurring issues seen in VehicleScore MOT data are inspection findings from this sample. They are not a statement that every RENAULT MASTER has the same fault. The median VehicleScore in this sample is 563 out of 999.
These groups combine equivalent MOT comments, such as the same tyre note on different corners. Counts are comment occurrences in the sample, not a percentage of cars.
VehicleScore MOT data includes 226 failure comments in this group. Seen mainly as a failure reason. These are comment occurrences, not a share of all cars.
These MOT comments record a parking brake that did not hold well enough or had a component defect.
What to inspect
Test that the parking brake holds the car on a slope and releases cleanly.
Example MOT wording: PARKING BRAKE EFFICIENCY BELOW REQUIREMENTS (1.4.2 (A) (I))
VehicleScore MOT data includes 207 advisory comments in this group. Seen mainly as an advisory. These are comment occurrences, not a share of all cars.
These MOT comments record tyres that were worn, damaged, or close to the legal tread depth when the car was inspected.
What to inspect
Check the tread depth and look for uneven wear, cracking, or damage on all four tyres.
Example MOT wording: NEARSIDE FRONT TYRE WORN CLOSE TO LEGAL LIMIT/WORN ON EDGE (5.2.3 (E))
VehicleScore MOT data includes 94 advisory comments in this group. Seen mainly as an advisory. These are comment occurrences, not a share of all cars.
These MOT comments record brake discs that were worn, scored, pitted, or corroded.
What to inspect
Look at the disc faces for deep scoring, a lip at the edge, and corrosion.
Example MOT wording: REAR BRAKE DISC WORN, PITTED OR SCORED, BUT NOT SERIOUSLY WEAKENED (1.1.14 (A) (II))
VehicleScore MOT data includes 84 advisory comments in this group. Seen mainly as an advisory. These are comment occurrences, not a share of all cars.
These MOT comments record an oil leak noted by the tester. Shock absorber misting is counted as a damper issue, not as an engine oil leak.
What to inspect
Look under the engine for fresh oil, and check the oil level.
Example MOT wording: OIL LEAK, BUT NOT EXCESSIVE (8.4.1 (A) (I))
VehicleScore MOT data includes 79 advisory comments in this group. Seen mainly as an advisory. These are comment occurrences, not a share of all cars.
These MOT comments record brake pads that were worn or below the inspection limit.
What to inspect
Ask for recent pad replacement and look at the remaining pad thickness.
Example MOT wording: FRONT BRAKE PAD(S) WEARING THIN (1.1.13 (A) (II))
VehicleScore MOT data includes 68 advisory comments in this group. Seen mainly as an advisory. These are comment occurrences, not a share of all cars.
These MOT comments record a worn or damaged ball joint. Track rod ends are counted with steering, not here.
What to inspect
Ask for the joint to be checked for play with the suspension loaded and unloaded.
Example MOT wording: OFFSIDE FRONT LOWER SUSPENSION ARM BALL JOINT HAS SLIGHT PLAY (5.3.4 (A) (I))
VehicleScore MOT data includes 56 advisory comments in this group. Seen mainly as an advisory. These are comment occurrences, not a share of all cars.
These MOT comments record a number plate that was deteriorated, insecure, or did not meet the plate rules.
What to inspect
Check both plates are secure, clean, and clearly readable.
Example MOT wording: FRONT REGISTRATION PLATE DETERIORATED BUT NOT LIKELY TO BE MISREAD (0.1 (B))
VehicleScore MOT data includes 54 failure comments in this group. Seen mainly as a failure reason. These are comment occurrences, not a share of all cars.
These MOT comments record chips, cracks, or other windscreen damage in the driver’s view.
What to inspect
Look for chips and cracks, especially in the area swept by the wipers.
Example MOT wording: WINDSCREEN WASHER PROVIDES INSUFFICIENT WASHER LIQUID (3.5 (A))
A model year is only commented on when VehicleScore has at least 5 vehicles from that year.
| Year | Vehicles | MOT tests | Pass rate | Recurring issues seen |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 7 | 0 | — | No recurring grouped MOT issue in this year sample |
| 2024 | 5 | 0 | — | No recurring grouped MOT issue in this year sample |
| 2023 | 8 | 13 | 69.2% | No recurring grouped MOT issue in this year sample |
| 2020 | 7 | 33 | 75.8% | Tyre wear, Brake disc wear |
| 2019 | 8 | 48 | 85.4% | Indicator faults, Oil leak |
| 2018 | 9 | 71 | 64.8% | Tyre wear, Lamp and bulb faults |
| 2017 | 10 | 100 | 67% | Corrosion, Parking brake faults |
| 2016 | 15 | 149 | 72.5% | Brake disc wear, Tyre wear |
| 2015 | 10 | 107 | 70.1% | Lamp and bulb faults, Tyre wear |
| 2014 | 10 | 123 | 71.5% | Tyre wear, Corrosion |
| 2013 | 12 | 171 | 73.7% | Coil spring issues, Tyre wear |
| 2012 | 8 | 127 | 66.1% | Lamp and bulb faults, Corrosion |
| 2010 | 8 | 163 | 65.6% | Brake disc wear, Tyre wear |
| 2009 | 8 | 148 | 77.7% | Brake disc wear, Parking brake faults |
| 2008 | 5 | 87 | 74.7% | Tyre wear, Ball joint wear |
| 2007 | 8 | 169 | 69.2% | Tyre wear, Lamp and bulb faults |
| 2005 | 9 | 217 | 68.2% | Ball joint wear, Brake disc wear |
This is an inspection checklist based on MOT comments in the VehicleScore sample. It does not mean the car you are looking at has these defects.
Parking brake faults. Test that the parking brake holds the car on a slope and releases cleanly.
Tyre wear. Check the tread depth and look for uneven wear, cracking, or damage on all four tyres.
Brake disc wear. Look at the disc faces for deep scoring, a lip at the edge, and corrosion.
Oil leak. Look under the engine for fresh oil, and check the oil level.
Brake pad wear. Ask for recent pad replacement and look at the remaining pad thickness.
Ball joint wear. Ask for the joint to be checked for play with the suspension loaded and unloaded.
Registration plate condition. Check both plates are secure, clean, and clearly readable.
Windscreen damage. Look for chips and cracks, especially in the area swept by the wipers.
Common problems tell you what can affect RENAULT MASTERs generally. VehicleScore can check the history of the actual car you're considering.
VehicleScore analyses MOT histories from vehicles in its own dataset. Sample sizes vary by model, and a small sample is labelled as such. MOT data records roadworthiness and inspection defects. It does not capture every mechanical or electronic problem a car can have, and a comment on one test is not proof that the model has an inherent fault.