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RO03 UMU

2003 Renault Vel Satis

Grey Diesel 2958cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 May 2014
Tests14 (8 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

147,442 mi
Last recorded147,442 miles
Recorded on8 May 2013
Typical for 2003 Renault Vel Satis70,491 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRO03 UMU
MakeRenault
ModelVel Satis
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,958cc

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MOT History

8 pass 6 fail
Pass 8 May 2013 147,442 miles

Oil leak underside

Fail 1 May 2013 147,049 miles

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

Oil leak underside

Pass 8 May 2012 123,486 miles

Nearside Inner Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Inner Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 19 May 2011 93,662 miles
Fail 17 May 2011 93,647 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Fail 17 Aug 2010 85,323 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

SLIGHT PLAY IN STEERING RACK SIDE ROD SWIVELS INSIDE RACK BOOTS

Pass 17 Aug 2010 85,323 miles

SLIGHT PLAY IN STEERING RACK SIDE ROD SWIVELS INSIDE RACK BOOTS

Pass 28 Apr 2009 63,594 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2009 63,594 miles

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

Fail 21 Apr 2008 54,417 miles

Exhaust has a part missing (7.1.1a)

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

Pass 21 Apr 2008 54,417 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2007 43,903 miles
Fail 19 Apr 2007 43,903 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 22 Feb 2006 30,754 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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RO03 UMU is a 2003 Renault Vel Satis in Grey with a 2,958cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 RO03 UMU, 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 RO03 UMU registered?

RO03 UMU is a 2003 Renault Vel Satis, first registered on 7 March 2003.

Is RO03 UMU safe to buy?

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