At a Glance
The Renault Master has 60 identified common problems across 3 generations, with the Mk2 (1997-2010) being the most affected generation and brakes the most common problem category. Based on 1.1M MOT tests from DVSA data.
Problems are patterns in the DVSA data that occur significantly more often on a specific model than the UK average — confirmed at 99% statistical confidence. Read our DVSA MOT data methodology →
Below: generation-by-generation comparison of Renault Master common problems, MOT failure types, and pass-rate data drawn from DVSA records. Click any generation to see fuel- and engine-specific fault patterns, mileage-banded repair guidance, and the most common MOT failures testers record.
MOT Tests & Failures by Generation
Renault Master generations by MOT tests, failures, and identified problems from DVSA data
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Most Common Renault Master MOT Failures
Every reason Renault Master vehicles fail their MOT, ranked by frequency. Select an individual year to see only that year’s failures, or stay on ‘All time’ for the combined picture across our 20 years of DVSA data. Scroll inside the table for the full list.
| # | Failure | % of failures |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Brake performance below minimum | 7.98% |
| 2 | Wiper blades deteriorated | 7.33% |
| 3 | Suspension joint or bush worn | 7.06% |
| 4 | Number plate lamp not working | 6.84% |
| 5 | Stop lamp not working | 5.57% |
| 6 | Driveshaft fault | 5.10% |
| 7 | Windscreen washer not working | 4.49% |
| 8 | Brake pads or linings worn | 4.08% |
| 9 | Tyre condition | 3.31% |
| 10 | Front lamp not working | 2.79% |
| 11 | Position lamp not working | 2.34% |
| 12 | Exhaust system fault | 2.29% |
| 13 | Tyre tread depth below limit | 2.28% |
| 14 | Brake disc or drum worn | 2.22% |
| 15 | Parking brake performance below minimum | 2.16% |
| 16 | Headlamp aim defect | 2.02% |
| 17 | Headlamp fault | 1.81% |
| 18 | Indicator fault | 1.76% |
| 19 | Windscreen damage affecting view | 1.57% |
| 20 | Brake hydraulic component worn | 1.42% |
| 21 | Shock absorber worn or leaking | 1.38% |
| 22 | Rear lamp not working | 1.37% |
| 23 | Fog lamp not working | 1.21% |
| 24 | Front suspension joint worn | 1.16% |
| 25 | Front suspension fault | 1.16% |
| 26 | Rigid brake pipe corroded or damaged | 1.12% |
| 27 | Steering rack fault | 1.11% |
| 28 | Mirror damaged or missing | 0.90% |
| 29 | Track rod end worn | 0.85% |
| 30 | Body corrosion or damage | 0.80% |
| 31 | Suspension mounting corroded | 0.74% |
| 32 | Ball joint dust cover split | 0.74% |
| 33 | Parking brake condition | 0.71% |
| 34 | Seat belt condition | 0.65% |
| 35 | Wheel bearing worn | 0.64% |
| 36 | Chassis condition | 0.63% |
| 37 | Rear suspension fault | 0.59% |
| 38 | Horn not working | 0.58% |
| 39 | Rear fog lamp not working | 0.56% |
| 40 | Compression ignition emissions above threshold | 0.52% |
| 41 | Vehicle structure corrosion | 0.44% |
| 42 | ABS fault | 0.44% |
| 43 | Spring mounting corroded | 0.42% |
| 44 | Battery loose or leaking | 0.40% |
| 45 | Airbag warning light on | 0.40% |
| 46 | Flexible brake hose damaged | 0.30% |
| 47 | Spark ignition emissions above threshold | 0.29% |
| 48 | Brake pedal fault | 0.27% |
| 49 | Tyre size or type not matched | 0.22% |
| 50 | Brake caliper fault | 0.22% |
| 51 | Fuel cap damaged or missing | 0.20% |
| 52 | Electrical switch fault | 0.18% |
| 53 | Brake pedal movement restricted | 0.18% |
| 54 | Bonnet catch or hinge fault | 0.17% |
| 55 | Suspension linkage fault | 0.16% |
| 56 | Handbrake cable fault | 0.16% |
| 57 | Outline marker lamp not working | 0.15% |
| 58 | Power steering pipe or hose leaking | 0.14% |
| 59 | Rear reflector damaged or missing | 0.14% |
| 60 | Brake lever fault | 0.14% |
| 61 | Engine oil leak | 0.13% |
| 62 | Leaf spring broken or corroded | 0.11% |
| 63 | Steering free play excessive | 0.11% |
| 64 | Subframe mounting corroded | 0.11% |
| 65 | Brake fluid leak | 0.10% |
| 66 | Electrical wiring fault | 0.09% |
| 67 | Steering arm worn | 0.09% |
| 68 | Tyre valve stem damaged | 0.09% |
| 69 | Bumper damaged or insecure | 0.09% |
| 70 | Dashboard warning lamp fault | 0.09% |
| 71 | Propshaft fault | 0.09% |
| 72 | Steering coupling worn | 0.08% |
| 73 | Brake cable, rod, lever or linkage fault | 0.08% |
| 74 | Headlamp levelling device fault | 0.08% |
| 75 | Body security fault | 0.07% |
| 76 | Coil spring broken or corroded | 0.07% |
| 77 | Electronic stability control fault | 0.07% |
| 78 | Fuel tank corroded or leaking | 0.07% |
| 79 | Front passenger door fault | 0.06% |
| 80 | Steering operation fault | 0.06% |
| 81 | Fuel pipe corroded or damaged | 0.06% |
| 82 | CV joint worn | 0.05% |
| 83 | Drag link end worn | 0.05% |
| 84 | Universal joint worn | 0.05% |
| 85 | Brake fluid level low or contaminated | 0.05% |
| 86 | Undertray damaged or missing | 0.05% |
| 87 | Driver door fault | 0.05% |
| 88 | Engine mounting worn or broken | 0.04% |
| 89 | Reversing lamp not working | 0.04% |
| 90 | MacPherson strut worn | 0.04% |
| 91 | Driver seat fault | 0.04% |
| 92 | Anti-roll bar worn or corroded | 0.04% |
| 93 | Towbar fault | 0.03% |
| 94 | Power steering pump fault | 0.03% |
| 95 | Spare wheel fault | 0.03% |
| 96 | Power steering ram fault | 0.03% |
| 97 | Steering lock fault | 0.03% |
| 98 | Steering column fault | 0.03% |
| 99 | Brake fluid warning light on | 0.03% |
| 100 | Securing bolts missing or insecure | 0.03% |
| 101 | Passenger seat fault | 0.03% |
| 102 | Handbrake lever fault | 0.02% |
| 103 | Exhaust leak | 0.02% |
| 104 | Load sensing valve fault | 0.02% |
| 105 | Steering wheel damaged or insecure | 0.02% |
| 106 | Driver airbag fault | 0.02% |
| 107 | Fuel hose damaged or leaking | 0.02% |
| 108 | Loading door damaged or insecure | 0.02% |
| 109 | Suspension unit fault | 0.02% |
| 110 | Exhaust emissions above threshold (non-catalyst) | 0.02% |
| 111 | Anchor bracket corroded | 0.02% |
| 112 | Suspension arm worn or corroded | 0.02% |
| 113 | Brake fluid reservoir fault | 0.02% |
| 114 | Suspension air bellows damaged | 0.02% |
| 115 | Brake air or vacuum system fault | 0.01% |
| 116 | Speedometer fault | 0.01% |
| 117 | Leaf spring eye worn or broken | 0.01% |
| 118 | Mirror or camera fault | 0.01% |
| 119 | Catalytic converter efficiency low | 0.01% |
| 120 | Rear fog lamp warning light fault | 0.01% |
| 121 | Hydraulic brake cylinder fault | 0.01% |
| 122 | Transmission oil leak | 0.01% |
| 123 | Dip switch fault | 0.01% |
| 124 | Window damaged or won't operate | 0.01% |
| 125 | King pin or swivel pin worn | <0.01% |
| 126 | Vehicle floor corroded | <0.01% |
| 127 | Dropside damaged or insecure | <0.01% |
| 128 | Suspension retaining or locking device fault | <0.01% |
| 129 | Hydraulic fluid leak | <0.01% |
| 130 | Subframe corrosion or damage | <0.01% |
| 131 | Brake servo fault | <0.01% |
| 132 | Leaf spring shackle bracket corroded | <0.01% |
| 133 | Tailgate damaged or insecure | <0.01% |
| 134 | Steering drive system fault | <0.01% |
| 135 | Brake valve fault | <0.01% |
| 136 | Front fog lamp not working | <0.01% |
| 137 | Suspension linkage attachment bracket or mounting corroded | <0.01% |
| 138 | Tie bar or rod worn or corroded | <0.01% |
| 139 | Brake wheel cylinder fault | <0.01% |
| 140 | Access panel damaged or insecure | <0.01% |
| 141 | Additional braking device fault | <0.01% |
| 142 | Step damaged or insecure | <0.01% |
| 143 | Body strengthening plate corroded | <0.01% |
| 144 | Steering shaft fault | <0.01% |
| 145 | Daytime running lamp not working | <0.01% |
| 146 | Steering box fault | <0.01% |
| 147 | Full power hydraulic brake fault | <0.01% |
| 148 | Brake master cylinder or servo mounting fault | <0.01% |
| 149 | Boot lid damaged or insecure | <0.01% |
| 150 | Main beam warning light fault | <0.01% |
| 151 | Brake linkage mounting fault | <0.01% |
| 152 | Handbrake mechanism or mounting fault | <0.01% |
| 153 | Air suspension levelling valve fault | <0.01% |
| 154 | Brake master cylinder fault | <0.01% |
| 155 | Speed limiter fault | <0.01% |
| 156 | Brake relay lever fault | <0.01% |
| 157 | Transmission drive belt fault | <0.01% |
| 158 | Passenger airbag fault | <0.01% |
| 159 | Spring saddle corroded | <0.01% |
| 160 | Semaphore indicator fault | <0.01% |
| 161 | Bonded suspension condition | <0.01% |
| 162 | Hydraulic suspension accumulator fault | <0.01% |
| 163 | Seat belt pre-tensioner fault | <0.01% |
| 164 | Hinged tailboard damaged or insecure | <0.01% |
| 165 | Axle corroded or damaged | <0.01% |
| 166 | Exhaust heat shield or sound insulation damaged | <0.01% |
| 167 | Reversing lamp switch fault | <0.01% |
| 168 | Brake pressure or vacuum buildup insufficient | <0.01% |
| 169 | Axle beam corroded or cracked | <0.01% |
| 170 | Electronic parking brake fault | <0.01% |
| 171 | Stub axle worn | <0.01% |
| 172 | Seat belt anchorage fault | <0.01% |
| 173 | Electric power steering fault | <0.01% |
| 174 | Suspension rod worn or corroded | <0.01% |
| 175 | Electronic braking system fault | <0.01% |
| 176 | Hazard warning light fault | <0.01% |
| 177 | Indicator warning light fault | <0.01% |
| 178 | Wheel hub fault | <0.01% |
| 179 | Tyre pressure monitoring system fault | <0.01% |
| 180 | Headlamp washer not working | <0.01% |
| 181 | Passenger compartment corrosion | <0.01% |
| 182 | Steering damper fault | <0.01% |
| 183 | Steering intermediate drop arm worn | <0.01% |
| 184 | Brake clevis joint worn | <0.01% |
| 185 | Brake pedal linkage fault | <0.01% |
| 186 | Hand-operated brake valve condition | <0.01% |
| 187 | Suspension coupling worn | <0.01% |
| 188 | Brake back plate corroded or damaged | <0.01% |
| 189 | Panhard rod worn or corroded | <0.01% |
| 190 | Seat belt or padding damaged | <0.01% |
| 191 | Steering lock stop fault | <0.01% |
| 192 | Brake slack adjuster fault | <0.01% |
| 193 | Cab corrosion or damage | <0.01% |
| 194 | Leaf spring slipper worn | <0.01% |
| 195 | Trailing arm worn or corroded | <0.01% |
| 196 | Brake stationary pin worn | <0.01% |
| 197 | Halfshaft fault | <0.01% |
| 198 | Torque or reaction arm worn | <0.01% |
| 199 | Torsion bar worn or corroded | <0.01% |
| 200 | Air brake cylinder or actuator fault | <0.01% |
| 201 | Seat belt load limiter fault | <0.01% |
Showing all 201 reasons — scroll inside the table for the full list.
Renault Master MOT Failures by Category
Total MOT failure occurrences for the Renault Master, grouped by category. Same data as the failures table above — just sliced by category instead of fault title. Hover a slice for the top failures in each category.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What are the most common Renault Master problems?
Based on analysis of 1.1M Renault Master MOT tests from DVSA data, we have 60 identified common problems across 3 generations. The most frequently flagged issue is "Parking brake performance below minimum". Brakes is the most common problem category.
Which Renault Master generation has the most problems?
The Renault Master Mk2 (1997-2010) (1997–2010) has the highest number of identified common problems (64). Click the generation card above for the full breakdown.
How is this data calculated?
We analyse anonymised DVSA MOT test records under the Open Government Licence. An issue is classified as a "Common Problem" when it occurs significantly more often on a specific model than the UK average, confirmed at 99% statistical confidence. Read the full methodology page for details.
Can I report a problem with my Renault Master?
Yes — use the "Tell Us About Your Problem" form on this page. Your report helps other Renault Master owners spot problems early. All submissions are reviewed before being added to the public database.
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