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HN53 UPZ

2003 Renault Vel Satis

Blue Diesel 2188cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Oct 2013
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

68,759 mi
Last recorded68,759 miles
Recorded on12 Oct 2012
Typical for 2003 Renault Vel Satis70,491 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHN53 UPZ
MakeRenault
ModelVel Satis
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,188cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Oct 2012 68,759 miles

rear hatchback lid damaged

Fail 2 Oct 2012 68,757 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.4.A.2h)

rear hatchback lid damaged

Pass 2 Aug 2011 63,155 miles

rear dics in poor condition

Pass 18 Jun 2010 57,255 miles

all four brake discs in a deteriorated condition

Pass 6 Apr 2009 55,868 miles

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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

Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Fail 6 Apr 2009 55,868 miles

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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

Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 19 Mar 2008 44,879 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2007 38,071 miles
Fail 26 Sep 2007 37,891 miles

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

Pass 4 Oct 2006 29,480 miles

N/S/F tyre wearing on outer edge.

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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HN53 UPZ is a 2003 Renault Vel Satis in Blue with a 2,188cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 HN53 UPZ, 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 HN53 UPZ registered?

HN53 UPZ is a 2003 Renault Vel Satis, first registered on 7 October 2003.

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