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GL53 RMV

2003 Renault Vel Satis

Grey Diesel 2188cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Sep 2012
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

145,055 mi
Last recorded145,055 miles
Recorded on14 Sep 2011
Typical for 2003 Renault Vel Satis70,491 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGL53 RMV
MakeRenault
ModelVel Satis
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,188cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 Sep 2011 145,055 miles

rear numberplate deteriorated

Fail 13 Sep 2011 145,055 miles

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

Nearside Steering rack gaiter insecure (2.2.D.2d)

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

rear numberplate deteriorated

Fail 27 Aug 2011 144,325 miles

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

Nearside Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 23 Aug 2010 131,252 miles

Slight free play n/s steering rack or track rod inner joint.

n/s/r child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 9 Sep 2009 115,889 miles

Nearside Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Fail 8 Sep 2009 115,889 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage fractured (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 16 Sep 2008 102,663 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2007 84,876 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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GL53 RMV 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 GL53 RMV, 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 GL53 RMV registered?

GL53 RMV is a 2003 Renault Vel Satis, first registered on 31 December 2003.

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