CarVerify

Free Car Check

HS53 BYX

2004 Renault Vel Satis

Grey Diesel 2958cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jan 2017
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

126,784 mi
Last recorded126,784 miles
Recorded on5 Jan 2016
Typical for 2004 Renault Vel Satis75,340 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this Renault
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationHS53 BYX
MakeRenault
ModelVel Satis
Year2004
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,958cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 Jan 2016 126,784 miles

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

Nearside Front Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel steering rack tie bar inner joint (2.2.A.1b)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded metal end to hose (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel steering rack tie bar inner joint (2.2.A.1b)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded metal end to hose (3.6.B.2c)

headlight beam benders fitted

n/s front mirror outer casing damaged

rear exhaust joint corroded

surface cut outer wall o/s front tyre

Pass 7 Jan 2015 123,347 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 7 Jan 2014 119,509 miles

baffles in center exhaust loose

slight play in n/s and o/s/f steering rack tie bar arms inner joints

Pass 2 Jan 2013 113,692 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 2 Feb 2012 106,596 miles
Fail 2 Feb 2012 106,596 miles

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

Pass 8 Feb 2011 95,959 miles
Fail 4 Feb 2011 95,927 miles

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition off (1.4.B.1f)

Pass 3 Dec 2010 93,781 miles

slight play in steering rack

Pass 3 Feb 2010 85,811 miles
Fail 27 Jan 2010 85,641 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end damaged and unserviceable (2.2.C.1d)

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

Pass 4 Feb 2009 75,012 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2007 58,256 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2006 45,559 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
Full Renault Vel Satis reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

HS53 BYX is a 2004 Renault Vel Satis in Grey with a 2,958cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

Across all 2004 Renault Vel Satis models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.1% with a typical mileage of 75,340 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 HS53 BYX, 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 22 years old, this Renault Vel Satis is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of HS53 BYX?

You can check the full history of HS53 BYX by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was HS53 BYX registered?

HS53 BYX is a 2004 Renault Vel Satis, first registered on 4 February 2004.

Is HS53 BYX safe to buy?

The MOT history for HS53 BYX shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does HS53 BYX have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on HS53 BYX. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.