2006 Renault Master — MOT failures & pass rate
7,905 MOT tests on the 2006 Renault Master are in this dataset, and 74.7% of them passed. Vans of a similar age fail 29.6% of the time, so this is 4.2pp better than the group it competes with. Failures cluster in brakes, lighting & signalling and suspension.
What the MOT record shows
No single area dominates — brakes (14.9%) and lighting & signalling (14.0%) are close, so failures are spread across several systems rather than one weak point.
At component level the recurring items are rbt (sp), service brake performance and headlamp aim — rbt (sp) alone was recorded 685 times.
A 150k+ example is materially riskier than a 0-30k one: 30.4% versus 20.2%.
Advisories point at the next bill rather than this one: brakes was flagged on 33.5% of tests without failing them.
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Brakes | 14.9% | 1,178 |
| 2 | Lighting & signalling | 14.0% | 1,104 |
| 3 | Suspension | 6.9% | 546 |
| 4 | Visibility | 5.3% | 422 |
| 5 | Body, structure & corrosion | 5.0% | 396 |
| 6 | Steering | 3.7% | 293 |
Most common specific failures
The exact components most often recorded as failures — more specific than the categories above.
| # | Failure item | Times recorded |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Rbt (sp) | 685 |
| 2 | Service brake performance | 447 |
| 3 | Headlamp aim | 340 |
| 4 | Wipers | 335 |
| 5 | Position lamp | 330 |
| 6 | Ball joint | 316 |
Top advisory categories
Advisories aren't failures, but they flag work likely needed soon — useful when budgeting.
| # | Category | % of tests with advisory | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Brakes | 33.5% | 2,651 |
| 2 | Suspension | 24.5% | 1,936 |
| 3 | Lighting & signalling | 16.3% | 1,287 |
| 4 | Tyres | 15.5% | 1,225 |
| 5 | Other defects | 10.7% | 843 |
| 6 | Emissions & environmental | 10.4% | 826 |
Failure rate by mileage
Higher-mileage cars tend to fail more — often the most useful guide to real condition.
| Mileage band | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 0-30k | 450 | 20.2% |
| 30-60k | 2,142 | 18.0% |
| 60-90k | 1,343 | 25.0% |
| 90-120k | 908 | 28.6% |
| 120-150k | 927 | 29.6% |
| 150k+ | 2,062 | 30.4% |
Failure rate by age
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 1,649 | 24.4% |
| 2022 | 1,626 | 23.6% |
| 2023 | 1,611 | 25.6% |
| 2024 | 1,569 | 27.3% |
| 2025 | 1,450 | 25.8% |
What to check before buying a 2006 Master
On a 2006 Master, brakes is what the MOT record says goes wrong most — it appeared in 14.9% of tests. Check these areas before you commit.
- Brakes (14.9% of tests): Pads/discs are routine wear; binding, imbalance or corroded pipes are more serious — test for pulling under braking. Typical repair: £100–£350 per axle.
- Lighting & signalling (14.0% of tests): Often a cheap bulb, but persistent issues can mean wiring or corrosion in the units. Typical repair: £10–£150.
- Suspension (6.9% of tests): Worn drop links, bushes, springs or shocks — listen for knocks over bumps and check for uneven tyre wear. Typical repair: £150–£450 per corner.
Repair costs are rough UK ballpark ranges to set expectations, not quotes — actual prices vary widely by car, parts and garage.
Frequently asked questions
How many 2006 Renault Masters pass their MOT?
74.7% of the 7,905 2006 Renault Master MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 25.3% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2006 Renault Master?
Brakes, recorded in 14.9% of tests, followed by lighting & signalling (14.0%).
Does the 2006 Master get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 20.2% in the 0-30k band to 30.4% in the 150k+ band.
Methodology & source. Based on 7,905 MOT tests. Dataset: DVSA MOT testing data (2021,2022,2023,2024,2025). Data last updated 2026-07-27. Figures reflect MOT-testable defects only — read the methodology for how these are calculated and what they don't measure.