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SW52 OVX

2002 Renault Vel Satis

Green Diesel 2188cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Feb 2017
Tests5 (5 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

202,868 mi
Last recorded202,868 miles
Recorded on26 Feb 2016
Typical for 2002 Renault Vel Satis68,924 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSW52 OVX
MakeRenault
ModelVel Satis
Year2002
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,188cc

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MOT History

5 pass
Pass 26 Feb 2016 202,868 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2015 190,900 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2014 174,466 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2013 165,664 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Offside Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 14 Feb 2012 150,568 miles

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

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

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

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

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

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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SW52 OVX is a 2002 Renault Vel Satis in Green with a 2,188cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 5 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 SW52 OVX, 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 SW52 OVX registered?

SW52 OVX is a 2002 Renault Vel Satis, first registered on 31 December 2002.

Is SW52 OVX safe to buy?

The MOT history for SW52 OVX shows 5 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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