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BU12 SMV

2012 Renault Master

Blue Diesel 2298cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Jan 2027
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

148,648 mi
Last recorded148,648 miles
Recorded on21 Jan 2026
Typical for 2012 Renault Master99,331 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU12 SMV
MakeRenault
ModelMaster
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,298cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Jan 2026 148,648 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2025 141,500 miles

Offside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 18 Jan 2024 134,197 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge WORN ON INNER EDGE (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 24 Jan 2023 124,989 miles

Nearside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing outer sidewall slight damage (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing outer sidewall slight damage (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 20 Jan 2022 115,952 miles

Nearside Rear Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed rear/rear seatbelt slightly frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

Pass 13 Jan 2021 107,374 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2019 100,013 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2018 87,220 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2017 73,185 miles

Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement front back bush (2.4.G.2)

Under cover fitted couldn't inspect certain components

Pass 4 Jul 2016 55,283 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2015 45,048 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2015 42,302 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2014 28,186 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2013 14,547 miles
Fail 5 Mar 2013 14,073 miles

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

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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BU12 SMV is a 2012 Renault Master in Blue with a 2,298cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

Across all 2012 Renault Master models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.0% with a typical mileage of 99,331 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 BU12 SMV, 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 14 years old, this Renault Master is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BU12 SMV registered?

BU12 SMV is a 2012 Renault Master, first registered on 22 March 2012.

Is BU12 SMV safe to buy?

The MOT history for BU12 SMV shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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