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Renault Master

White · Diesel · 1999 · 2,499 cc

T169 AVCMOT history

T169 AVC is a white diesel Renault Master first used on 30 Mar 1999. Its MOT is valid until 27 Oct 2026 and it has passed 19 of 29 MOT tests, with 100,076 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 Sept 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 27 Oct 2026
Mileage
100,076 mi
At MOT on 18 Sept 2026
MOT tests
29
19 passed · 10 failed
Per year
2,259 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T169 AVC
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Renault
Model
Master
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,499 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
30 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 27 Oct 2026
Latest MOT test
18 Sept 2026 (Fail)

Mileage history

T169 AVC was last recorded at 100,076 miles on 18 Sept 2026, 881 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
99,195 miles · 6 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
881 miles
Average per year
2,259 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 100,076 miles
  • 2025 – 99,195 miles
  • 2024 – 96,459 miles
  • 2023 – 95,178 miles
  • 2022 – 93,054 miles
  • 2021 – 92,104 miles
  • 2020 – 89,879 miles
  • 2019 – 87,456 miles
  • 2018 – 86,215 miles
  • 2017 – 83,549 miles
  • 2016 – 79,881 miles
  • 2015 – 77,582 miles
  • 2014 – 74,213 miles
  • 2013 – 71,723 miles
  • 2012 – 68,863 miles
  • 2010 – 68,651 miles
  • 2009 – 63,699 miles
  • 2008 – 58,811 miles
  • 2007 – 55,656 miles
  • 2006 – 53,854 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail100,076 miles
  • MajorNearside Front Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area fractured significantly reducing structural strength holed (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area fractured significantly reducing structural strength holed (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
  • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
  • MinorOffside Front Steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryUndersealed throughout
  • AdvisoryVarious corrosion throughout

What MOT failures mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated

    Minor3 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Front Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened BOTH N/S & O/S

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt

    Major2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength

    Major2 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced

    Major2 MOTs, 2020–2022

Full MOT history

29 tests since 1 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail100,076 miles (+881)6 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,076 miles
    Test number
    590257679127
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area fractured significantly reducing structural strength holed (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area fractured significantly reducing structural strength holed (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryUndersealed throughout
    • AdvisoryVarious corrosion throughout

  2. Pass99,195 miles (+2,736)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    99,195 miles
    Test number
    472437387564
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryHeavily undersealed

  3. Pass96,459 miles (+1,281)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    96,459 miles
    Test number
    871393419935
    • MinorFront Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated BOTH N/S & O/S (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened BOTH N/S & O/S (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material BOTH N/S & O/S (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryUNDER BODY UNDER SEALED

  4. Pass95,178 miles (+2,124)2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    95,178 miles
    Test number
    256163182372
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened BOTH N/S & O/S (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  5. Pass93,054 miles (+9)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    93,054 miles
    Test number
    166544967017
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside sill panel weakened with corrosion outside prescribed area
    • AdvisoryVehicle under sealed all over including brake pipes etc

  6. Fail93,045 miles (+941)9 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,045 miles
    Test number
    587123703972
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt insecure (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened nearside and offside front (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside sill - corroded / holed. not in a prescribed area.
    • AdvisoryUnderside undersealed

  7. Pass92,104 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    92,104 miles
    Test number
    678469637338

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail92,104 miles (+2,225)1 dangerous4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,104 miles
    Test number
    267624763144
    • DangerousRear Brake load sensing valve seized and ABS not fitted or inoperative (1.1.17 (c) (ii))
    • MajorBattery insecure and likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

  9. Pass89,879 miles (+13)3 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    89,879 miles
    Test number
    149168806214
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive rear leaf spring mount areas (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  10. Fail89,866 miles (+2,410)6 major3 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,866 miles
    Test number
    776543951892
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive rear leaf spring mount areas (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside inner sill corroded and weakened - not in prescribed area

  11. Pass87,456 miles (+79)3 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    87,456 miles
    Test number
    636134788390
    • MinorOffside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Direction indicator lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases at join (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner body sill corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer body sill corroded
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  12. Fail87,377 miles (+1,162)5 major3 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,377 miles
    Test number
    975792611285
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively damaged significantly reducing structural strength subframe mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength subframe mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Direction indicator lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer body sill corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner body sill corroded
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  13. Pass86,215 miles (+2,666)
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    86,215 miles
    Test number
    222879468530

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass83,549 miles (+5)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    83,549 miles
    Test number
    962024376254
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Seat belt flexible stalk damaged but not likely to lead to failure under load (5.2.4a)
    • AdvisorySeat belt flexible stalk damaged but not likely to lead to failure under load row 3 offside (5.2.4a)
    • AdvisorySeat belt flexible stalk damaged but not likely to lead to failure under load row5 offside (5.2.4a)
    • AdvisoryOffside inner sill heavily corroded not in prescribed area

  15. Fail83,544 miles (+3,663)2 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,544 miles
    Test number
    965645128712
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Seat belt flexible stalk damaged but not likely to lead to failure under load (5.2.4a)
    • AdvisorySeat belt flexible stalk damaged but not likely to lead to failure under load row 3 offside (5.2.4a)
    • AdvisorySeat belt flexible stalk damaged but not likely to lead to failure under load row5 offside (5.2.4a)
    • AdvisoryOffside inner sill heavily corroded not in prescribed area

  16. Pass79,881 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    79,881 miles
    Test number
    376011842103
    • AdvisoryOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryExhaust front flexi corroded but not blowing

  17. Fail79,881 miles (+2,299)5 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,881 miles
    Test number
    254663626541
    • FailureBrake hydraulic reservoir fluid level below minimum level (3.6.G.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureSteering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) (2.2.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryExhaust front flexi corroded but not blowing

  18. Pass77,582 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    77,582 miles
    Test number
    349113505144

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail77,582 miles (+3,369)1 dangerous3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,582 miles
    Test number
    198843995040
    • DangerousNearside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)
    • FailureNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

  20. Pass74,213 miles1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    74,213 miles
    Test number
    388954984064
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteRear wheel bearings slightly noisy
    • NoteSurface corrosion to underside in several places

  21. Fail74,213 miles (+2,490)5 failures1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,213 miles
    Test number
    948283684033
    • FailureBattery insecure (1.9.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureRear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteRear wheel bearings slightly noisy
    • NoteSurface corrosion to underside in several places

  22. Pass71,723 miles (+2,860)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    71,723 miles
    Test number
    196453293411
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

  23. Pass68,863 miles (+212)
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    68,863 miles
    Test number
    889525452055

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass68,651 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    68,651 miles
    Test number
    373743880054
    • NoteO/s outer sill corroded

  25. Fail68,651 miles (+4,952)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,651 miles
    Test number
    753346770077
    • FailureCentre Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (6.3.1a)
    • NoteO/s outer sill corroded

  26. Pass63,699 miles (+4,888)
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    63,699 miles
    Test number
    954590599050

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass58,811 miles (+3,155)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    58,811 miles
    Test number
    841253908196
    • NoteOffside front wiper blade splitting
    • NoteSlight damage to nearside of windscreen

  28. Pass55,656 miles (+1,802)
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    55,656 miles
    Test number
    691259277068

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass53,854 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    53,854 miles
    Test number
    134941896005

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T169 AVC

Does T169 AVC currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T169 AVC is valid until 27 Oct 2026.
When is the MOT due on T169 AVC?
The MOT on T169 AVC is valid until 27 Oct 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T169 AVC done?
T169 AVC was recorded at 100,076 miles at its MOT on 18 Sept 2026, an average of 2,259 miles a year.
Has T169 AVC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T169 AVC has failed 10 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 18 Sept 2026.
Has the mileage on T169 AVC ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on T169 AVC find?
T169 AVC failed its latest MOT on 18 Sept 2026 with 6 major defects, 1 minor defect and 3 advisories: nearside front inner suspension component mounting prescribed area fractured significantly reducing structural strength holed; offside front inner suspension component mounting prescribed area fractured significantly reducing structural strength holed; offside front outer drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt, and 7 more.

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