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A5 LMU

2002 Suzuki Vitara

Red Petrol 1590cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Nov 2022
Tests13 (13 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

114,723 mi
Last recorded114,723 miles
Recorded on3 Nov 2021
Typical for 2002 Suzuki Vitara68,061 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA5 LMU
MakeSuzuki
ModelVitara
Year2002
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,590cc

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MOT History

13 pass
Pass 3 Nov 2021 114,723 miles

Front diff has slight leak

Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 7 Nov 2020 111,059 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 3 May 2019 97,887 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

car has been standing

fuel pipes very corroded

suspension and sills very corroded

Pass 27 Jul 2015 95,914 miles

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Pass 24 Jul 2014 87,325 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2013 80,188 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 9 Feb 2012 69,623 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2011 60,673 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2010 53,483 miles

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Brake pipe slightly damaged (2.2.D.2b)

Pass 30 Jan 2009 47,400 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2008 41,295 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2007 35,433 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2006 29,624 miles

How Reliable is the Suzuki Vitara?

Based on 810,456 MOT tests across 108,223 vehicles.

76.3%
Pass Rate
5,330
Miles/Year
36
Year Lifespan
108,223
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 34,457
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 32,446
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 24,368
Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings 22,812
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 15,882
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A5 LMU is a 2002 Suzuki Vitara in Red with a 1,590cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2002 Suzuki Vitara models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.7% with a typical mileage of 68,061 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Suzuki Vitara fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 34,457 recorded failures. If you're considering buying A5 LMU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki Vitara typically stays on UK roads for around 36 years. At 24 years old, this Suzuki Vitara is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was A5 LMU registered?

A5 LMU is a 2002 Suzuki Vitara, first registered on 22 February 2002.

Is A5 LMU safe to buy?

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