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H5 VJP

2003 Renault Vel Satis

Beige Diesel 2958cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Dec 2018
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

41,720 mi
Last recorded41,720 miles
Recorded on18 Dec 2017
Typical for 2003 Renault Vel Satis70,491 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH5 VJP
MakeRenault
ModelVel Satis
Year2003
ColourBeige
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,958cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Dec 2017 41,720 miles
Fail 14 Dec 2017 41,720 miles

Macpherson strut insecure o/s/f (2.4.G.1)

Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure o/s/f (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

coil spring broken o/s/f (2.4.C.1a) DANGEROUS

Pass 15 May 2012 39,728 miles
Fail 15 May 2012 39,728 miles

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

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

front brake discs corroded

Pass 30 Apr 2011 37,545 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2010 37,009 miles
Pass 12 May 2009 32,916 miles

Centre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 15 May 2008 28,369 miles
Fail 15 May 2008 28,369 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 9 May 2007 24,365 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2006 19,489 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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H5 VJP is a 2003 Renault Vel Satis in Beige with a 2,958cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 H5 VJP, 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 H5 VJP registered?

H5 VJP is a 2003 Renault Vel Satis, first registered on 16 May 2003.

Is H5 VJP safe to buy?

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