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AU55 MXE

2005 Suzuki Vitara

Blue Diesel 1905cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 May 2023
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

51,704 mi
Last recorded51,704 miles
Recorded on27 Jun 2023
Typical for 2005 Suzuki Vitara65,318 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAU55 MXE
MakeSuzuki
ModelVitara
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,905cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Fail 27 Jun 2023 51,704 miles

Emissions unable to be completed (8.2.2.2 (e))

Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak centre box (8.2.2.1 (b))

Exhaust fumes entering cabin rear exhaust pipe missing (6.1.2 (b) (i))

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front both brake backing plates corroded

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Rear park brake not working

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Offside Rear brake not working

brake pedal has excessive travel

Pass 31 May 2022 51,704 miles
Pass 29 May 2021 51,700 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2020 51,462 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2019 51,448 miles

corrosion in scattered areas underneath but not weakened.

Pass 15 Jun 2016 50,117 miles
Pass 19 May 2015 35,752 miles
Pass 7 May 2014 22,104 miles
Pass 18 May 2013 20,617 miles
Pass 19 May 2012 18,862 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2010 16,677 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2009 15,400 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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AU55 MXE is a 2005 Suzuki Vitara in Blue with a 1,905cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

Across all 2005 Suzuki Vitara models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.6% with a typical mileage of 65,318 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 AU55 MXE, 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 21 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 AU55 MXE registered?

AU55 MXE is a 2005 Suzuki Vitara, first registered on 14 November 2005.

Is AU55 MXE safe to buy?

The MOT history for AU55 MXE shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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