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HK52 LLA

2002 Renault Vel Satis

Grey Petrol 3498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Mar 2018
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

96,342 mi
Last recorded96,342 miles
Recorded on16 Mar 2017
Typical for 2002 Renault Vel Satis68,924 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHK52 LLA
MakeRenault
ModelVel Satis
Year2002
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,498cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 16 Mar 2017 96,342 miles

Nearside Front Front suspension has slight movement at a suspension ball joint (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Front Front suspension has slight movement at a suspension ball joint (2.5.A.1c)

Fail 16 Mar 2017 96,342 miles

Nearside Front Front suspension has slight movement at a suspension ball joint (2.5.A.1c)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Front Front suspension has slight movement at a suspension ball joint (2.5.A.1c)

Pass 25 Feb 2016 95,557 miles

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

one of two nearside brake lights not working

slight play in steering rack

Pass 26 Feb 2015 91,856 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 23 Oct 2013 86,185 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Unable to fully inspect rear road springs

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 23 Oct 2012 80,480 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Unable to fully inspect rear road springs.

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 24 Oct 2011 76,007 miles

Both front tyres have some damage to sidewalls.

Some play in nearside and offside steering rack tie-rods.

Unable to fully inspect rear road springs.

Pass 1 Nov 2010 70,590 miles

front brake discs worn

slight play in steering rack

Fail 28 Oct 2010 70,471 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

front brake discs worn

o/s/r tyre puncture repared

o/s/r tyre worn on edges

slight play in steering rack

Pass 27 Oct 2009 63,663 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2008 57,263 miles
Fail 27 Oct 2008 57,263 miles

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

Pass 30 Oct 2007 50,421 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2006 44,067 miles
Fail 6 Nov 2006 44,050 miles

Nearside Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

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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HK52 LLA is a 2002 Renault Vel Satis in Grey with a 3,498cc 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 HK52 LLA, 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 HK52 LLA registered?

HK52 LLA is a 2002 Renault Vel Satis, first registered on 18 November 2002.

Is HK52 LLA safe to buy?

The MOT history for HK52 LLA 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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