MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
101,259 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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50+ data pointsMOT History
An item not tested (Manual)
Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
Hand brake noisey.
N/s/f tyre wearing low.
Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
chips in windscreen.
air bag light on
damage to windscreen
eml on
engine oil leaks
parking brake noisey
parking brake warning light suggests a fault
play in steering rack inner joints
tyre pressure warning light on
unable to view rear springs fully
Nearside Front brake caliper securing device missing (3.5.1j)
Offside Front brake caliper securing device missing (3.5.1j)
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
airbag light on
dampness around gearbox
parking brake mechanism noisy
rear inner brake pads look very low unable to fully assess recommend a full brake inspection
tyre pressures low
unable to inspect rear coil springs fully
Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)
Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
air bag light on
brake discs corroded
dampness around gearbox
movement in n/s inner steering arm
park brake mechanism noisey
tyre pressures low
unable to view rear coil springs fully
ENGINE LEAKING COOLAINT
Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
play in offside and nearside inner rack balljoints
Nearside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
Nearside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f) DANGEROUS
Offside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f) DANGEROUS
Nearside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
How Reliable is the Renault Vel Satis?
Based on 16,253 MOT tests across 1,332 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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HV02 FON is a 2002 Renault Vel Satis in Beige with a 3,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 55.6%.
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 HV02 FON, 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 FON registered?
HV02 FON is a 2002 Renault Vel Satis, first registered on 12 April 2002.
Is HV02 FON safe to buy?
The MOT history for HV02 FON shows 9 tests with a 55.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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