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BK53 LPJ

2003 Renault Vel Satis

Grey Diesel 2188cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jun 2011
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

86,587 mi
Last recorded86,587 miles
Recorded on4 Jun 2010
Typical for 2003 Renault Vel Satis70,491 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBK53 LPJ
MakeRenault
ModelVel Satis
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,188cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 Jun 2010 86,587 miles
Fail 4 Jun 2010 86,586 miles

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear brake disc excessively scored (3.5.1h)

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 12 Jun 2009 43,560 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2009 43,560 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 24 Sep 2008 41,263 miles

Offside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 28 Sep 2007 37,058 miles
Fail 26 Sep 2006 30,775 miles

Nearside Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 26 Sep 2006 30,775 miles

How Reliable is the Renault Vel Satis?

Based on 16,253 MOT tests across 1,332 vehicles.

70.8%
Pass Rate
6,781
Miles/Year
24
Year Lifespan
1,332
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Track rod end ball joint has excessive play 1,340
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 909
Headlamp aim too low 451
Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint 374
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 343
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BK53 LPJ is a 2003 Renault Vel Satis in Grey with a 2,188cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

Across all 2003 Renault Vel Satis models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.3% with a typical mileage of 70,491 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Renault Vel Satis fails its MOT is track rod end ball joint has excessive play, accounting for 1,340 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BK53 LPJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Renault Vel Satis typically stays on UK roads for around 24 years. At 23 years old, this Renault Vel Satis is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was BK53 LPJ registered?

BK53 LPJ is a 2003 Renault Vel Satis, first registered on 30 September 2003.

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The MOT history for BK53 LPJ shows 8 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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