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HK03 YHM

2003 Renault Vel Satis

Beige Diesel 2958cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Aug 2013
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

119,075 mi
Last recorded119,075 miles
Recorded on2 Aug 2012
Typical for 2003 Renault Vel Satis70,491 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHK03 YHM
MakeRenault
ModelVel Satis
Year2003
ColourBeige
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,958cc

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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 2 Aug 2012 119,075 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2011 110,477 miles

slight play in both tie rods

Pass 6 Jul 2010 99,564 miles

Nearside Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

hazard light switch worn

rear exhaust mountings perished

Pass 16 Jul 2009 94,598 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 27 Jun 2008 89,268 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 17 Jul 2007 79,044 miles

N/S/F tyre wearing on outer edge

O/S/F tyre wearing on outer edge

Slight play in steering rack.

Pass 17 Jul 2006 65,529 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

both rear tyres wearing on outer edges

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 YHM is a 2003 Renault Vel Satis in Beige with a 2,958cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 YHM, 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 YHM registered?

HK03 YHM is a 2003 Renault Vel Satis, first registered on 25 June 2003.

Is HK03 YHM safe to buy?

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