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BG05 VTU

2005 Renault Master

White Diesel 2953cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Mar 2015
Tests12 (7 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate58.3%

Mileage

135,778 mi
Last recorded135,778 miles
Recorded on20 Feb 2014
Typical for 2005 Renault Master106,058 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG05 VTU
MakeRenault
ModelMaster
Year2005
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,953cc

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MOT History

7 pass 5 fail
Pass 20 Feb 2014 135,778 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2013 111,154 miles

2 x exhaust mounting rubbers missing

Fail 27 Feb 2013 111,048 miles

Nearside Rear reflector missing (1.5.1a)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

2 x exhaust mounting rubbers missing

Pass 27 Feb 2012 90,253 miles

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Fail 24 Feb 2012 90,253 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 9 Jun 2011 90,093 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2011 90,083 miles

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Offside Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) (2.2.A.1b)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Rear brake discs wearing low

Pass 26 May 2010 77,594 miles
Fail 26 May 2010 77,594 miles

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 19 May 2009 62,209 miles

heavy perish exhaust end can mounting rubber

oil damp rack area

Pass 22 May 2008 47,406 miles
Fail 22 May 2008 47,406 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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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BG05 VTU is a 2005 Renault Master in White with a 2,953cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 58.3%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 BG05 VTU, 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 BG05 VTU registered?

BG05 VTU is a 2005 Renault Master, first registered on 20 May 2005.

Is BG05 VTU safe to buy?

The MOT history for BG05 VTU shows 12 tests with a 58.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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