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F385 RDF

1988 Renault Master

Blue Diesel 2445cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Feb 2019
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

129,669 mi
Last recorded129,669 miles
Recorded on7 Feb 2018
Typical for 1988 Renault Master92,235 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF385 RDF
MakeRenault
ModelMaster
Year1988
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,445cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 7 Feb 2018 129,669 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2017 128,847 miles

Offside Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 9 Feb 2016 127,938 miles

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 20 Feb 2015 126,816 miles

Offside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Fail 17 Feb 2015 126,816 miles

Brake load sensing valve seized (3.6.E.3)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

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

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

Offside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

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

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

Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 10 Feb 2014 125,684 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Tie bar/rod has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 24 Jan 2013 124,569 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2012 123,589 miles

Nearside Front Tie bar/rod has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 14 Feb 2011 122,156 miles

Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

Pass 10 Dec 2009 120,776 miles

Corrosion to offside centre outrigger.

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Front Tie bar/rod has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Pass 16 Dec 2008 119,555 miles
Fail 5 Dec 2008 119,520 miles

Nearside Front Steering system excessively rough (2.2.D.1)

Nearside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

Pass 4 Dec 2007 118,342 miles
Fail 26 Nov 2007 118,307 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Pass 23 Nov 2006 117,107 miles
Fail 22 Nov 2006 117,107 miles

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Pass 21 Oct 2005 115,250 miles
Fail 20 Oct 2005

Offside Rear Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)

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

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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F385 RDF is a 1988 Renault Master in Blue with a 2,445cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

Across all 1988 Renault Master models, the average MOT pass rate is 58.4% with a typical mileage of 92,235 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 F385 RDF, 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 38 years old, this Renault Master is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was F385 RDF registered?

F385 RDF is a 1988 Renault Master, first registered on 23 September 1988.

Is F385 RDF safe to buy?

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