Renault Trucks Master 120.35 Lwb
VanFrom 262 MOT tests. Below average for its class.
Common MOT failure categories
What goes wrong?
The most common MOT failure reasons are parking brake efficiency below minimum requirement, a lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning and windscreen or window damaged or seriously discoloured but not adversely affecting driver's view. The top issue, parking brake efficiency below minimum requirement, caused 19 failures in 2024. If you need repairs before retesting, sites like BookMyGarage let you compare local prices.
| parking brake efficiency below minimum requirement | 19 |
| a lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning | 12 |
| windscreen or window damaged or seriously discoloured but not adversely affecting driver's view | 12 |
| a transmission shaft constant velocity joint boot missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc | 12 |
| a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn | 10 |
| parking brake inoperative on one side | 7 |
| an srs malfunction indicator lamp (mil) indicates a system malfunction | 6 |
| steering rack gaiter or ball joint dust cover missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc | 6 |
| parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value | 6 |
| stop lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning | 6 |
How serious are these failures?
Not all MOT failures are equal. 26% of Master 120.35 Lwb failures could actually strand you: fractured springs, engine faults, exhaust problems. Another 36.5% are safety issues where the car still drives but shouldn't, such as worn brakes, corroded brake pipes, and steering wear. Breakdown cover may be worth considering for this model. When it does fail, the average repair bill is around £125.
By registration year
| Year | Pass rate | Top failures |
|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 62.9% | parking brake efficiency below minimum requirement, a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn |
Typical mileage
Half of all Master 120.35 Lwbs tested had between 100,788 and 238,543 miles on the clock. A significant number are high-mileage vehicles.
At 172,624 median miles, the Master 120.35 Lwb has 0.019 failures per 10,000 miles driven.
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Common questions
What is the Renault Trucks Master 120.35 Lwb MOT pass rate?
The Renault Trucks Master 120.35 Lwb has a 67.2% MOT pass rate based on 262 real MOT tests. This is below the national average.
What are common MOT failures on a Renault Trucks Master 120.35 Lwb?
The most common MOT failure on the Renault Trucks Master 120.35 Lwb is parking brake efficiency below minimum requirement, which caused 19 failures. Other common issues include a lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning.
What is the typical mileage of a Renault Trucks Master 120.35 Lwb at MOT?
The median mileage at MOT for a Renault Trucks Master 120.35 Lwb is 172,624 miles. The middle 50% of vehicles tested have between 100,788 and 238,543 miles.
Buying a used Master 120.35 Lwb?
Start with the free tools. Look up the specific vehicle's MOT history on GOV.UK The mileage at each test will show if it's been wound back, and the advisory history tells you what's wearing. Cross-reference that against the typical failures above to see if anything looks unusual for this model.
The free data won't tell you about outstanding finance, theft markers, or write-off history. For that, you need a vehicle history check This is especially important on a private sale where you have fewer legal protections.
With a 67.2% pass rate and an average repair bill of £125 when things go wrong, budget accordingly. 26% of failures on this model could actually strand you, so breakdown cover may be worth considering.
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MOT data from DVSA anonymised test results, 2024 test year. Fleet data from DfT vehicle licensing statistics. Crown copyright, OGL v3.0. MOT pass rates are statistical summaries of test outcomes, not assessments of individual vehicle safety or condition. Always inspect a vehicle and check its full MOT history before purchasing. See terms of use.