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AO08 LTJ

2008 Suzuki Vitara

Black Petrol 1590cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Aug 2025
Tests20 (14 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

121,424 mi
Last recorded121,424 miles
Recorded on20 Aug 2024
Typical for 2008 Suzuki Vitara63,924 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO08 LTJ
MakeSuzuki
ModelVitara
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,590cc

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MOT History

14 pass 6 fail
Pass 20 Aug 2024 121,424 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2023 114,706 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2022 108,436 miles

Power steering component has slight seepage from a component reservoir (2.1.5 (a))

Fail 13 Aug 2022 108,436 miles

Power steering component has slight seepage from a component reservoir (2.1.5 (a))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 17 Aug 2021 100,829 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2020 92,895 miles
Fail 25 Aug 2020 92,895 miles

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

Pass 21 Aug 2019 79,714 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output slightly cloudy (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear of wishbone arm. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output slightly cloudy (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear of wish bone arm. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords on outer sidewall. (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3,mm across width of tread. (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 25 Aug 2018 70,088 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 25 Aug 2018 70,088 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 23 Aug 2017 62,190 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2016 57,490 miles
Fail 25 Aug 2016 57,490 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Fail 13 Aug 2015 51,693 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 13 Aug 2015 51,693 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2014 48,091 miles
Fail 11 Aug 2014 48,091 miles

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (3.6.G.2)

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

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

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

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

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

Pass 16 Aug 2013 44,151 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2012 39,593 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2011 33,677 miles

O/S/R tyre tread depth starting to get low.

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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AO08 LTJ is a 2008 Suzuki Vitara in Black with a 1,590cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

Across all 2008 Suzuki Vitara models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.2% with a typical mileage of 63,924 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 AO08 LTJ, 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 18 years old, this Suzuki Vitara is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was AO08 LTJ registered?

AO08 LTJ is a 2008 Suzuki Vitara, first registered on 14 April 2008.

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