RENAULT VEL SATIS (2003)
Running costs, common problems, and reliability data based on 51 real MOT tests in 2024.
MOT Pass Rate
67%
Total Tests (2024)
51
Avg Mileage
106,377 mi
Est. Annual Cost
£2,597
Is the 2003 RENAULT VEL SATIS reliable?
Below average reliability. Budget extra for maintenance and repairs. That's 15 points below the national average of 82%. It falls below the RENAULT brand average of 80%.
At 21 years old, 67% of RENAULT VEL SATISs from 2003 passed their MOT first time in 2024. That's based on 51 tests across the UK. The average mileage at this age is 106,377 miles.
How does the 2003 RENAULT VEL SATIS compare?
Mileage Analysis
The average 2003 RENAULT VEL SATIS has 106,377 miles on the clock, which is below the expected 155,400 miles for a 21-year-old car. This suggests lighter use than average, which generally means less wear on major components.
How much does a 2003 RENAULT VEL SATIS cost to run?
Higher than average due to low pass rate
Based on 7,400 miles/year (UK average), current fuel prices, and repair likelihood from MOT pass rate data. Insurance not included.
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About the 2003 RENAULT VEL SATIS
The 2003 RENAULT VEL SATIS is a performance with a 3498cc petrol engine. 51 of these vehicles were MOT tested in 2024, making it a rare model on UK roads. It sits in the bottom 84% of 2003 cars for MOT pass rates.
With an average of 106,377 miles at 21 years old, RENAULT VEL SATIS owners tend to use this car less than the typical driver.
2003 RENAULT VEL SATIS Fuel Costs
The 3498cc petrol engine is on the larger side, so fuel won't be this car's strong point. Expect around 30 mpg in mixed driving, which works out to roughly £1,592 per year at current petrol prices of 142p per litre (based on 7,400 miles per year).
What does it cost to own a 2003 RENAULT VEL SATIS?
Total estimated annual running cost is £2,597 (£216/month), broken down as £1592 fuel, £250 road tax, £55 MOT, and £700 predicted repairs. The higher repair estimate reflects the 67% MOT pass rate. Cars in this bracket tend to need work on suspension, brakes, and emissions components.
Buying a Used 2003 RENAULT VEL SATIS
At 21 years old, the RENAULT VEL SATIS is firmly in budget territory. Purchase prices are low, but check for rust, worn suspension bushes, and electrical gremlins. A full service history is especially valuable at this age. Note: with only 51 tests in our data, these figures should be treated as indicative rather than definitive.
Alternatives to the 2003 RENAULT VEL SATIS
If reliability is your priority, there are 4 similar cars with a higher MOT pass rate. Here are comparable petrol cars with similar engines:
- BMW 3 SERIES (2001) 77% pass rate (+10%) from 9,406 tests
- MERCEDES E (2004) 78% pass rate (+11%) from 8,333 tests
- PORSCHE BOXSTER (2005) 86% pass rate (+19%) from 6,992 tests
- PORSCHE 911 (2005) 90% pass rate (+23%) from 5,986 tests