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HT03 JZD

2003 Renault Vel Satis

Grey Diesel 2958cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Dec 2017
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

64,731 mi
Last recorded64,731 miles
Recorded on30 Dec 2016
Typical for 2003 Renault Vel Satis70,491 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHT03 JZD
MakeRenault
ModelVel Satis
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,958cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Dec 2016 64,731 miles

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

Front steering arms have slight play

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

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

Pass 31 Dec 2015 64,607 miles

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

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

play in steering rack inner joints

Pass 31 Dec 2014 64,273 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2013 64,228 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2012 64,165 miles

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

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

Fail 7 Jul 2011 61,610 miles

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

Pass 7 Jul 2011 61,610 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2009 61,576 miles

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

Pass 28 Jul 2009 61,576 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2008 58,384 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2007 45,346 miles

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

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

Pass 29 Jul 2006 29,838 miles

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

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

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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HT03 JZD is a 2003 Renault Vel Satis in Grey with a 2,958cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 HT03 JZD, 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 HT03 JZD registered?

HT03 JZD is a 2003 Renault Vel Satis, first registered on 26 June 2003.

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