Should I check the MOT history before buying a 2018 Renault Master?

Yes. Look for recurring advisories — slow-building issues like corrosion or brake wear patterns show up years before they become failures. A full MOT history analysis will highlight patterns that a single test result won't reveal.

What corrosion should I look for when inspecting a 2018 Renault Master?

Check brake pipes, sills, subframes, and chassis legs. Surface rust is normal at this age; structural rust is a serious problem that is expensive to fix and can fail an MOT.

How are tyres and brakes typically on a 2018 Renault Master?

Tyres and brakes are the most common advisory items on vehicles of this age. Budget for replacement if they are near the limit, and factor this into your offer price.

How many 2018 Renault Master vehicles have had dangerous defects recorded?

30% of these vehicles have had a dangerous defect recorded. Search the registration on CarHunch — the full MOT history will show exactly what was flagged and whether it was resolved.

Is the 2018 Renault Master reliable?

Based on MOT data from 4,997 vehicles, the 2018 Renault Master has a first-time MOT pass rate of 78%, indicating generally reliable for its class. Always check the full MOT history of any specific vehicle before buying.

What are common problems with the 2018 Renault Master?

The most frequently recorded MOT issues on the 2018 Renault Master are: Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (37.4% of vehicles), Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (35.5% of vehicles), Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (35.3% of vehicles). These figures are based on actual MOT test records — search a specific registration on CarHunch to see its individual history.

Do I need an HPI check when buying a 2018 Renault Master?

Yes. The MOT history will not show outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen status. An HPI check covers these areas and should be part of any used car purchase.

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Renault Master (2018)

4,997 real MOT outcomes analysed • 78% first-time pass rate

2018 Renault Master

CarHunch analysed 4,997 real MOT records for the 2018 Renault Master. Real test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — from verified DVLA records. Updated as new MOTs are recorded.
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The 2018 Renault Master's first-time pass rate of 78% sits slightly below the UK average of 80%, which is a modest concern, but the real warning sign is that nearly 30% of these vans have recorded a dangerous defect at some point—significantly higher than typical. This suggests buyers should factor in potential safety-critical repairs, particularly around braking and steering systems.

These Masters are averaging 101,406 miles despite being only six years old, indicating they're well-used commercial vehicles that rack up serious mileage. With 1.57 failures and 6.2 advisories per test, the pattern points to wear-and-tear issues rather than fundamental design flaws—exactly what you'd expect from a workhorse van. Get a full pre-purchase inspection focused on brake condition, suspension geometry, and any history of the dangerous defect warnings before committing.

The 2018 Renault Master has a decent first-time pass rate (78%), but a higher-than-average share of vehicles have had serious defects recorded — the individual vehicle's history matters a lot here.

⚠️ Over 1 in 5 of these vehicles have had a dangerous MOT failure at some point — usually tyres or brakes, and often a one-off issue rather than a persistent problem. The group stats won't tell you which one you're looking at.

First-time pass

78%

UK average ~80%

Around average

Dangerous (ever)

29.7%

At least once in MOT history

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Avg failures / car

1.57

Over 6.4 tests on record

High

Typical mileage

93k

Middle half: 57k–134k

For context

🔧 Average reliability. Passes at roughly the UK rate — not a standout, not a problem vehicle. Individual history makes all the difference.

🔧 Expect consumable spend. An average of 6.2 advisories per vehicle tells you wear items (tyres, brakes) get flagged regularly. Budget for them — they're not surprises.

🔍 The dangerous defect figure is real. Most are one-off tyre failures or brake issues — not structural problems. But it's exactly why checking the individual vehicle's history is essential, not optional.

These stats describe 4,997 vehicles as a group. The specific vehicle you're looking at could be the one good example or the one outlier. Run its registration to find out.

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What tends to go wrong

Across 4,997 vehicles — figures show how many had each issue flagged at least once in their MOT history.

Tyre wear 37.4%

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge · Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge · Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge · …

Budget for a full set — on a vehicle this age, tyres are expected consumables. An inspection will confirm how much is left.

Other issues 35.5%

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view · Oil leak, but not excessive · Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction

Brake wear 29.5%

Parking brake efficiency below requirements · Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin · Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin · …

Ask the seller when brakes were last serviced. If they don't know, factor in the cost.

Lighting 17.5%

Nearside Front Position lamp not working · Offside Front Position lamp not working · Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources · …

Usually cheap to fix. Worth confirming all lights work before collecting.

Data covers a 3-year window centred on 2018.

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Before you buy a 2018 Renault Master

Based on MOT data from 4,997 vehicles — here's what to check.

📋 Check the full MOT history. 29.7% of these vehicles have had a dangerous defect recorded - recurring advisories often signal problems years before they become failures.
Search the reg on CarHunch for the full MOT history, reliability stats and a free AI-powered analysis of that exact vehicle.
🔍 Brake pipes, sills and subframes are the key areas on a vehicle this age — structural rust is hard to spot without getting underneath. A mechanic will check all of this before you commit, and give you a concrete basis to negotiate on price. Inspection →
📄 Outstanding finance, insurance write-offs and clocking won't appear in the MOT records — a dedicated history check covers all of this. Our link gets you 20% off automatically. History Get 20% off via CarHunch

Pass Rate by Fuel Type

Fuel type	Vehicles	Pass rate	Avg failures
Diesel (100%)	4,995	78%	1.57

Colour Breakdown

Based on 121,442 Renault Master vehicles registered in the UK — across all years. From DVLA registration records.

White 66.7%

80,989

Grey 12.4%

15,012

Blue 9.4%

11,422

Red 2.9%

3,502

Yellow 2.4%

2,952

Silver 2.1%

2,586

Green 1.7%

2,010

Black 1.6%

1,894

Purple 0.3%

351

Orange 0.3%

334

Cream 0.2%

226

Multi-colour 0.1%

164

Mileage Distribution

Most 2018 Renault Master vehicles sit in the blue band. If the vehicle you're looking at is outside it, it's either unusually low or high mileage for its age.

93,061

typical

56,717

low mileage

134,193

high mileage

Half of all 2018 Renault Master vehicles fall between 56,717 and 134,193 miles.

Is the mileage you're seeing normal?

✓ Under 56,717 miles — lower than most. Could be great, or could be a vehicle that rarely moved. Check test frequency and mileage progression in the MOT history.

✓ 56,717–134,193 miles — normal for age. This is where most 2018 Renault Masters sit.

⚠ Over 181,160 miles — higher than typical. Not necessarily a problem, but check service history and look out for advisory build-up on tyres and brakes.

2018 Renault Master — Still on the Road

Most 2018 Renault Masters are still being driven.

Strong survival — 4,221 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025, 89% of the peak.

Based on vehicles from this manufacture year that had at least one MOT test in each calendar year. Data from 2019–2025.
* The 2020 dip reflects the government's COVID-19 MOT exemption, which allowed certificates to be extended by six months — fewer tests were conducted that year.

MOT History Averages

6.4

Avg MOT tests per vehicle

1.57

Avg failures per vehicle

6.2

Avg advisories per vehicle

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