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AM53 DKU

2004 Suzuki Vitara

Silver Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jul 2013
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

98,369 mi
Last recorded98,369 miles
Recorded on10 Jul 2012
Typical for 2004 Suzuki Vitara66,554 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAM53 DKU
MakeSuzuki
ModelVitara
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Jul 2012 98,369 miles

Nearside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 26 Jun 2012 97,822 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Nearside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 30 Jun 2011 82,798 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

right front fog lamp cracked

Fail 30 Jun 2011 82,798 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

right front fog lamp cracked

Pass 6 Jul 2010 72,466 miles

Centre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

wipers smearing

Pass 28 Jan 2010 67,763 miles

Heavy corrosion to outer skin of rear silencer - secure / not blowing at time of test

Slight damage to screen

Small split in offside wiper

Pass 21 Jan 2009 55,455 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

Pass 4 Feb 2008 41,501 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2007 30,491 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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AM53 DKU is a 2004 Suzuki Vitara in Silver with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 2004 Suzuki Vitara models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.2% with a typical mileage of 66,554 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 AM53 DKU, 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 22 years old, this Suzuki Vitara is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was AM53 DKU registered?

AM53 DKU is a 2004 Suzuki Vitara, first registered on 6 February 2004.

Is AM53 DKU safe to buy?

The MOT history for AM53 DKU shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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