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KU04 EMK

2004 Renault Vel Satis

Blue Diesel 2188cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Mar 2020
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

153,513 mi
Last recorded153,513 miles
Recorded on11 Feb 2019
Typical for 2004 Renault Vel Satis75,340 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKU04 EMK
MakeRenault
ModelVel Satis
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,188cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Feb 2019 153,513 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Feb 2018 151,286 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2017 144,649 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2016 137,198 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2015 128,574 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2014 121,964 miles

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

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

Fail 1 Mar 2013 107,727 miles

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

Offside Front Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 1 Mar 2013 107,727 miles

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

Pass 18 Feb 2012 88,236 miles

signs of offside rear brake binding

Pass 14 Feb 2011 80,955 miles

nearside rear anti roll bar close to wheel

slight play in nearside of steering rack

Pass 5 Mar 2010 71,885 miles
Fail 19 Feb 2010 71,430 miles

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

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 25 Feb 2009 61,466 miles

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

slight play in nsf steering arm

Pass 26 Feb 2008 50,252 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2007 27,999 miles

nearside front tyre getting low on tread

nearside rear and offside rear tyres are on the wear limit of 1.6mm

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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KU04 EMK is a 2004 Renault Vel Satis in Blue with a 2,188cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

Across all 2004 Renault Vel Satis models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.1% with a typical mileage of 75,340 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 KU04 EMK, 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 22 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 KU04 EMK?

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What year was KU04 EMK registered?

KU04 EMK is a 2004 Renault Vel Satis, first registered on 5 March 2004.

Is KU04 EMK safe to buy?

The MOT history for KU04 EMK shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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