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HX51 VWW

2002 Renault Vel Satis

Beige Diesel 2958cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Feb 2014
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

43,667 mi
Last recorded43,667 miles
Recorded on8 Feb 2013
Typical for 2002 Renault Vel Satis68,924 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHX51 VWW
MakeRenault
ModelVel Satis
Year2002
ColourBeige
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,958cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Feb 2013 43,667 miles

NSR wheel bearing slightly noisy when rotated

Pass 16 Mar 2012 38,169 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2011 35,257 miles
Fail 23 Mar 2011 35,257 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Pass 15 Mar 2010 33,084 miles

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

Pass 26 Mar 2009 30,260 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2008 27,381 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2007 24,758 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2006 20,082 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2006 20,080 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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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HX51 VWW is a 2002 Renault Vel Satis in Beige with a 2,958cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 HX51 VWW, 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

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What year was HX51 VWW registered?

HX51 VWW is a 2002 Renault Vel Satis, first registered on 23 January 2002.

Is HX51 VWW safe to buy?

The MOT history for HX51 VWW shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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