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HX02 XRD

2002 Renault Vel Satis

Red Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Nov 2016
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

80,736 mi
Last recorded80,736 miles
Recorded on2 Nov 2015
Typical for 2002 Renault Vel Satis68,924 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHX02 XRD
MakeRenault
ModelVel Satis
Year2002
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 2 Nov 2015 80,736 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 1.65mm (4.1.E.1)

Fail 2 Nov 2015 80,736 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 1.65mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 5 Nov 2014 73,232 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2013 64,275 miles
Fail 31 Oct 2013 64,275 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 2 Oct 2012 57,348 miles

pads low

Pass 12 Sep 2011 50,359 miles

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 21 Oct 2010 47,708 miles

Nearside Front Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Fail 20 Oct 2010 47,707 miles

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

Nearside Front Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 16 Apr 2010 47,542 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2009 44,803 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2008 40,820 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2007 36,972 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2007 36,970 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 11 Apr 2006 32,925 miles

Nearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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

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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HX02 XRD is a 2002 Renault Vel Satis in Red with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 HX02 XRD, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of HX02 XRD?

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What year was HX02 XRD registered?

HX02 XRD is a 2002 Renault Vel Satis, first registered on 1 March 2002.

Is HX02 XRD safe to buy?

The MOT history for HX02 XRD shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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