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HV02 FKU

2002 Renault Vel Satis

Beige Petrol 3498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jun 2026
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

70,121 mi
Last recorded70,121 miles
Recorded on4 Jun 2026
Typical for 2002 Renault Vel Satis68,924 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHV02 FKU
MakeRenault
ModelVel Satis
Year2002
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,498cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Fail 4 Jun 2026 70,121 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 24 Jun 2025 68,991 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material surface corrosion to rear brake pipes (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 24 Jun 2024 63,811 miles

offside front inner drive shaft gaiter poor condition

slight play both front track rod ends

Pass 18 Apr 2023 58,268 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2022 54,102 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2020 53,088 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2019 46,629 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2016 41,148 miles
Fail 22 Jul 2016 41,148 miles

Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Pass 9 Jun 2015 29,049 miles
Pass 28 May 2013 26,620 miles
Pass 31 May 2012 21,426 miles

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

Pass 29 Jun 2011 19,067 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2010 16,618 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2009 14,397 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2008 11,879 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2007 9,723 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2006 6,785 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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HV02 FKU is a 2002 Renault Vel Satis in Beige with a 3,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 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 HV02 FKU, 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 HV02 FKU registered?

HV02 FKU is a 2002 Renault Vel Satis, first registered on 12 April 2002.

Is HV02 FKU safe to buy?

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