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AE18 VXR

2018 Suzuki Vitara

Grey Petrol 1586cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Mar 2027
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

89,872 mi
Last recorded89,872 miles
Recorded on2 Feb 2026
Typical for 2018 Suzuki Vitara34,135 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAE18 VXR
MakeSuzuki
ModelVitara
Year2018
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,586cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Feb 2026 89,872 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin front & rear pads required by next mot (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 2 Feb 2026 89,872 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin front & rear pads required by next mot (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 24 Feb 2025 80,590 miles
Fail 24 Feb 2025 80,590 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 27 Feb 2024 72,631 miles

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 27 Feb 2024 72,631 miles

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 27 Feb 2023 54,364 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2022 39,453 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2021 34,029 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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AE18 VXR is a 2018 Suzuki Vitara in Grey with a 1,586cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2018 Suzuki Vitara models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.8% with a typical mileage of 34,135 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 AE18 VXR, 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 8 years old, this Suzuki Vitara is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was AE18 VXR registered?

AE18 VXR is a 2018 Suzuki Vitara, first registered on 2 March 2018.

Is AE18 VXR safe to buy?

The MOT history for AE18 VXR shows 9 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does AE18 VXR have outstanding finance?

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