2015 Renault Master MOT pass rate, common failures & what to check
In 2025, 71.8% of Renault Masters first used in 2015 passed their MOT first time, against 71.9% for all cars first used in 2015. Across 2,453 Master first tests from 2023 to 2025, the most common failure areas were lamps and electrical equipment, brakes and visibility (wipers, washers and windscreen).
This page analyses first MOT tests for Renault Masters first used in 2015 (all trims grouped): 2021 to 2025 for the pass-rate trend, and 2023 to 2025 for the failure and advisory analysis — plus what is worth checking before you buy one.
Data: DVSA anonymised MOT tests to December 2025 · Calculated by SortedCars · Updated October 2026
How the 2015 Renault Master MOT pass rate has changed
Share of first tests passed in each year, Masters first used in 2015 against all cars first used in 2015 (any make or fuel; not adjusted for mileage, fuel or use). In 2025 the Master figure was in line with the all-cars figure.
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| Test year | 2015 Master | All cars first used 2015 | Master first tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 78.1% | 79.7% | 758 |
| 2022 | 74.9% | 77.8% | 777 |
| 2023 | 73.4% | 75.5% | 781 |
| 2024 | 72.6% | 73.5% | 854 |
| 2025 | 71.8% | 71.9% | 818 |
Common 2015 Renault Master MOT failures
Share of the 673 failed first tests (2023–2025) with at least one failure in each area. A test can fail in more than one area, so the shares add up to more than 100%.
Most common failure items
| DVSA failure item | Share of failed first tests | Tests |
|---|---|---|
| Parking brake efficiency (sp): efficiency below requirements | 13.7% | 92 |
| Position lamp: not working | 12.2% | 82 |
| Brake pads: less than 1.5 mm thick | 7.4% | 50 |
| Service brake performance: excessively binding | 7.4% | 50 |
Item names are DVSA’s own wording. 2023–2025 combined.
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Typical repair costs for common MOT failures
Typical UK garage prices for the job, not for a Master in particular, and not a quote.
| Failure item | Typical job | Typical UK price | Usual range |
|---|---|---|---|
| Service brake performance: excessively binding | Brake caliper repair | £180 | £150–£220 |
From published UK repair-cost guides, checked September 2026. Only jobs with a published typical price are shown.
What to check on a 2015 Renault Master before buying
The three areas where failed first tests most often had a fault, 2023–2025.
- Lamps and electrics. Ask someone to watch while you work the brake lights, indicators, sidelights, dipped and main beam, and the number-plate lamps.
- Brakes. Worth looking at the discs and pads through the wheel spokes for scoring and a worn lip, and noticing on the test drive whether the car pulls to one side or the pedal feels long.
- Wipers and windscreen. Worth checking that the wipers clear the screen cleanly, that the washers work, and that there are no chips or cracks in the driver’s view.
Common 2015 Renault Master MOT advisories
Advisories are points the tester noted that did not fail the car. Most common on 2015 Masters, as a share of all 2,453 first tests, 2023–2025.
| DVSA advisory item | Share of first tests | Tests |
|---|---|---|
| Tread depth: worn close to legal limit/worn on edge | 8.8% | 216 |
| Rigid brake pipes: corroded, covered in grease or other material | 6.4% | 157 |
| Brake pads: wearing thin | 5.9% | 144 |
| Brake discs: worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened | 5.6% | 137 |
| Tyre condition: slightly damaged/cracking or perishing | 5.4% | 133 |
Questions about the 2015 Renault Master MOT
What is the MOT pass rate of a 2015 Renault Master?
In 2025, 71.8% of Masters first used in 2015 passed their MOT first time, against 71.9% for all cars first used in 2015. A car fixed during the test counts as a fail.
What does a 2015 Master most often fail its MOT on?
Lamps and electrical equipment (in 48.6% of failed first tests, 2023–2025), brakes (37.9%) and visibility (wipers, washers and windscreen) (16.6%). The single most common item was “Parking brake efficiency (sp): efficiency below requirements” (13.7%).
How often does a 2015 Renault Master fail its MOT?
In 2025, 28.2% of first tests on Masters first used in 2015 did not pass first time: 21.8% failed, and a further 6.5% had a fault fixed during the test (counted as a fail here). Across 2023–2025, 673 of 2,453 first tests did not pass first time.
What are the most common 2015 Renault Master MOT advisories?
“Tread depth: worn close to legal limit/worn on edge” (on 8.8% of first tests, 2023–2025), “Rigid brake pipes: corroded, covered in grease or other material” (6.4%), “Brake pads: wearing thin” (5.9%), “Brake discs: worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened” (5.6%) and “Tyre condition: slightly damaged/cracking or perishing” (5.4%).
Is a 2015 Renault Master reliable?
An MOT pass rate shows what failed at the test, not how reliable a car is. For this group of cars the first-time pass rate went from 78.1% in 2021 to 71.8% in 2025. For one particular car, its own MOT history matters more than the average.
Other cars first used in 2015
The most-tested cars from the same year. Each page uses the same method.
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