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HK55 KWU

2006 Renault Vel Satis

Grey Diesel 2188cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 May 2013
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

117,570 mi
Last recorded117,570 miles
Recorded on5 May 2012
Typical for 2006 Renault Vel Satis87,800 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHK55 KWU
MakeRenault
ModelVel Satis
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,188cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 May 2012 117,570 miles

Oil leak

Fail 4 May 2012 117,564 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Oil leak

Pass 11 May 2011 98,746 miles

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

Pass 29 Dec 2009 72,563 miles

brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 8 Dec 2008 49,908 miles

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

slight damage to front number plate

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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HK55 KWU is a 2006 Renault Vel Satis in Grey with a 2,188cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2006 Renault Vel Satis models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.5% with a typical mileage of 87,800 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 HK55 KWU, 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 20 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 HK55 KWU registered?

HK55 KWU is a 2006 Renault Vel Satis, first registered on 4 January 2006.

Is HK55 KWU safe to buy?

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