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Renault Master

White · Diesel · 2000 · 2,499 cc

X231 TAOMOT history

X231 TAO is a white diesel Renault Master first used on 23 Nov 2000. Its MOT is valid until 20 Feb 2027 and it has passed 20 of 29 MOT tests, with 275,855 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 12 Feb 2026.

X231 TAO white Renault Master – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Renault Master, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 20 Feb 2027
Mileage
275,855 mi
At MOT on 12 Feb 2026
MOT tests
29
20 passed · 9 failed
Per year
6,012 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
X231 TAO
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Renault
Model
Master
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,499 cc
Year of manufacture
2000
First used
23 Nov 2000
MOT status
MOT valid until 20 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
12 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

X231 TAO was last recorded at 275,855 miles on 12 Feb 2026, 508 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 Jan 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 5 Feb 2018: 207,696 miles, lower than 268,478 miles on 24 Jan 2017.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
275,347 miles · 22 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
508 miles
Average per year
6,012 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 275,855 miles
  • 2025 – 275,347 miles
  • 2024 – 274,624 miles
  • 2023 – 274,024 miles
  • 2022 – 273,278 miles
  • 2021 – 272,326 miles
  • 2020 – 271,566 miles
  • 2019 – 271,416 miles
  • 2018 – 207,696 miles
  • 2017 – 268,478 miles
  • 2016 – 268,474 miles
  • 2015 – 267,065 miles
  • 2014 – 266,889 miles
  • 2013 – 266,720 miles
  • 2012 – 265,560 miles
  • 2011 – 260,186 miles
  • 2010 – 255,400 miles
  • 2009 – 232,896 miles
  • 2008 – 211,606 miles
  • 2007 – 182,067 miles
  • 2006 – 159,816 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass275,855 miles
  • AdvisoryADVISE CORROSION ON UNDERSIDE NOT IN PRESCRIBED AREA PLUS NOT EXCESSIVE
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2021

What MOT advisories 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

    Minor5 MOTs, 2020–2025

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2019–2025

  • Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2017

  • Nearside Inner sill corrosion not in prescribed area

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Inner sill.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

29 tests since 25 Oct 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass275,855 miles (+508)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    275,855 miles
    Test number
    996632766750
    • AdvisoryADVISE CORROSION ON UNDERSIDE NOT IN PRESCRIBED AREA PLUS NOT EXCESSIVE
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Pass275,347 miles (+11)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    275,347 miles
    Test number
    518287433238
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner sill corrosion not in prescribed area
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Fail275,336 miles (+712)1 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    275,336 miles
    Test number
    858703806683
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner sill corrosion not in prescribed area
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass274,624 miles (+6)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    274,624 miles
    Test number
    871909947255
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Inner sill. (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Fail274,618 miles (+594)2 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    274,618 miles
    Test number
    221740790154
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Inner sill. (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Inner sill. (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Inner sill. (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass274,024 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    274,024 miles
    Test number
    499984421651
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  7. Fail274,024 miles (+746)1 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    274,024 miles
    Test number
    931497763973
    • DangerousStop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  8. Pass273,278 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    273,278 miles
    Test number
    333519414177
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear sill end corrosion not in prescribed area

  9. Fail273,278 miles (+952)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    273,278 miles
    Test number
    496834866169
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear sill end corrosion not in prescribed area

  10. Pass272,326 miles (+760)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    272,326 miles
    Test number
    843814516756
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  11. Pass271,566 miles (+8)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    271,566 miles
    Test number
    116189082682
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside inner sill corroded but not in prescribed area
    • AdvisoryOffside inner sill corroded but not in prescribed area
    • AdvisoryO/s/r sill end/wheel arch corroded but not in prescribed area

  12. Fail271,558 miles (+142)5 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    271,558 miles
    Test number
    927844055772
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill end (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside inner sill corroded but not in prescribed area
    • AdvisoryOffside outer sill corroded but not in prescribed area (excessive)
    • AdvisoryN/s inner sill corroded but not in prescribed area

  13. Pass271,416 miles (+63,720)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    271,416 miles
    Test number
    649905713592
    • MinorDrive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle corroded outside prescribed area

  14. Pass207,696 miles (-60,782)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    207,696 miles
    Test number
    662244773834
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit both on inside edges (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

  15. Pass268,478 miles (+4)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    268,478 miles
    Test number
    219414675362
    • AdvisoryCentral inner sill corroded but outside of prescribed area
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive underbody jacking point (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear inner wheel arch slightly corroded
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  16. Fail268,474 miles (+1,409)4 failures7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    268,474 miles
    Test number
    635726743283
    • FailureNearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded underbody / jacking point (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded inner sill (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded floor near shackle bracket (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded outer wing near shackle bracket / behind bumper (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryCentral inner sills corroded but outside a prescribed area
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive underbody / jacking point (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear inner wheel arch slightly corroded
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust tail pipe

  17. Pass267,065 miles (+4)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    267,065 miles
    Test number
    341950005496
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyre's perished on tyre walls
    • AdvisoryInner & outer body sills have areas of corrosion but not inside prescribed area

  18. Fail267,061 miles (+172)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    267,061 miles
    Test number
    265471022724
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded inner & outer sill (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyre's perished on tyre walls
    • AdvisoryInner & outer body sills have areas of corrosion but not inside prescribed area

  19. Pass266,889 miles (+169)
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    266,889 miles
    Test number
    315767074244

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass266,720 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    266,720 miles
    Test number
    498274873235

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail266,716 miles (+1,156)7 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    266,716 miles
    Test number
    348780163293
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

  22. Pass265,560 miles (+5,374)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    265,560 miles
    Test number
    725671772226
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

  23. Pass260,186 miles (+4,786)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    260,186 miles
    Test number
    608877451244
    • AdvisoryOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  24. Pass255,400 miles (+22,504)
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    255,400 miles
    Test number
    203880270219

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass232,896 miles (+21,290)
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    232,896 miles
    Test number
    804587469263

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass211,606 miles (+21)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    211,606 miles
    Test number
    250158608371
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteOffside front indicator lens cracked

  27. Fail211,585 miles (+29,518)5 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    211,585 miles
    Test number
    483073208441
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake cable has wires broken and is significantly weakened (3.5.1b)
    • FailureNearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake cable has wires broken and is significantly weakened (3.5.1b)
    • FailureOffside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
    • FailureStop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteOffside front indicator lens cracked

  28. Pass182,067 miles (+22,251)
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    182,067 miles
    Test number
    584409367242

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass159,816 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    159,816 miles
    Test number
    741348296204

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about X231 TAO

Does X231 TAO currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on X231 TAO is valid until 20 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on X231 TAO?
The MOT on X231 TAO is valid until 20 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has X231 TAO done?
X231 TAO was recorded at 275,855 miles at its MOT on 12 Feb 2026, an average of 6,012 miles a year.
Has X231 TAO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. X231 TAO has failed 9 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 15 Jan 2025.
Has the mileage on X231 TAO ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 5 Feb 2018. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on X231 TAO find?
X231 TAO passed its latest MOT on 12 Feb 2026 with 3 advisories: advise corrosion on underside not in prescribed area plus not excessive; nearside front lower suspension arm ball joint has slight play; offside front lower suspension arm ball joint has slight play.

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