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HK03 GZD

2003 Renault Vel Satis

Blue Petrol 3498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Oct 2013
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

155,398 mi
Last recorded155,398 miles
Recorded on22 Oct 2012
Typical for 2003 Renault Vel Satis70,491 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHK03 GZD
MakeRenault
ModelVel Satis
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,498cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Oct 2012 155,398 miles
Fail 22 Oct 2012 155,398 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Pass 17 Sep 2011 134,944 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2010 120,474 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2009 102,514 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2008 81,086 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2007 48,072 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 16 Jun 2006 39,836 miles

slight judder on all brakes,rear discs wearing. acceptable at time of test

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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HK03 GZD is a 2003 Renault Vel Satis in Blue with a 3,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 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 HK03 GZD, 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 HK03 GZD registered?

HK03 GZD is a 2003 Renault Vel Satis, first registered on 24 June 2003.

Is HK03 GZD safe to buy?

The MOT history for HK03 GZD shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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