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HV52 FJZ

2002 Renault Vel Satis

Grey Diesel 2958cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Nov 2013
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

121,332 mi
Last recorded121,332 miles
Recorded on19 Nov 2012
Typical for 2002 Renault Vel Satis68,924 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHV52 FJZ
MakeRenault
ModelVel Satis
Year2002
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,958cc

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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 19 Nov 2012 121,332 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

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

oil leak from engine

rear exhaust damper bracket insecure

Pass 1 Dec 2011 107,182 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2010 97,398 miles

drivers door check strap noisey

rear brake disc corroded and pitted on outer face

Pass 25 Nov 2009 87,041 miles

front brake pads wearing thin

Oil leak

front wipers smearing

Pass 27 Nov 2008 84,825 miles

Nearside Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Oil leak

rear brake discs corroded and pitted

Pass 15 Dec 2007 76,962 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2006 61,483 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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HV52 FJZ is a 2002 Renault Vel Satis in Grey with a 2,958cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 HV52 FJZ, 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 HV52 FJZ registered?

HV52 FJZ is a 2002 Renault Vel Satis, first registered on 30 October 2002.

Is HV52 FJZ safe to buy?

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