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HN52 VLJ

2002 Renault Vel Satis

Green Diesel 2188cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jun 2013
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

123,799 mi
Last recorded123,799 miles
Recorded on6 Jun 2012
Typical for 2002 Renault Vel Satis68,924 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHN52 VLJ
MakeRenault
ModelVel Satis
Year2002
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,188cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Jun 2012 123,799 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2012 123,794 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 15 Jun 2011 110,769 miles

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

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

Fail 15 Jun 2011 110,766 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

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

Pass 7 Jun 2010 106,292 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

both front tyres slight cuts on both

Pass 21 Apr 2009 99,456 miles

Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 1 Apr 2008 90,033 miles
Fail 1 Apr 2008 90,033 miles

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

Pass 9 Apr 2007 76,199 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2006 61,215 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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HN52 VLJ is a 2002 Renault Vel Satis in Green with a 2,188cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

Across all 2002 Renault Vel Satis models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.1% with a typical mileage of 68,924 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 HN52 VLJ, 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 24 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 HN52 VLJ registered?

HN52 VLJ is a 2002 Renault Vel Satis, first registered on 21 October 2002.

Is HN52 VLJ safe to buy?

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