MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
122,830 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Brake disc worn, but not excessively front and rear (1.1.14 (a) (i))
Coolant leak ()
Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play both (2.1.3 (b) (i))
Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))
Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened front and rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
Central Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()
Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
general underbody wear
Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
Tyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp does not illuminate (4.1.D.4)
NSF tyre low in tread
Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
NSF tyre low in tread
o/s rear tyre cracking inner tread
Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
o/s rear tyre cracking inner tread
n/s mirror insecure
o/s rear tyre cracked on edges
Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
n/s mirror insecure
o/s rear tyre cracked on edges
1 clip missing and one insecure and rattling on exhaust
Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
1 clip missing and one insecure and rattling on exhaust
Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
rear discs pitted
Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (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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HV03 CFF is a 2003 Renault Vel Satis in Green with a 2,958cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.9%.
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 HV03 CFF, 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 HV03 CFF registered?
HV03 CFF is a 2003 Renault Vel Satis, first registered on 26 March 2003.
Is HV03 CFF safe to buy?
The MOT history for HV03 CFF shows 23 tests with a 73.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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