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AV55 OZG

2005 Suzuki Vitara

Beige Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jul 2024
Tests21 (14 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

126,455 mi
Last recorded126,455 miles
Recorded on22 Jul 2023
Typical for 2005 Suzuki Vitara65,318 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV55 OZG
MakeSuzuki
ModelVitara
Year2005
ColourBeige
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

14 pass 7 fail
Pass 22 Jul 2023 126,455 miles

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

Pass 8 Jun 2021 125,538 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2020 120,004 miles

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Fail 27 Feb 2020 119,998 miles

Offside Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 26 Feb 2019 114,951 miles
Fail 26 Feb 2019 114,947 miles

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 28 Feb 2018 109,760 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 9 Feb 2017 109,749 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 9 Feb 2017 109,749 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 21 Dec 2015 104,440 miles
Fail 21 Dec 2015 104,440 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 19 Dec 2014 94,836 miles
Fail 19 Dec 2014 94,836 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 19 Dec 2013 86,401 miles
Fail 19 Dec 2013 86,401 miles

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 20 Dec 2012 79,626 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2011 71,184 miles

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

Pass 9 Nov 2010 54,485 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 26 Nov 2009 39,438 miles
Fail 26 Nov 2009 39,438 miles

Rear registration plate obscured (6.3.1d)

Pass 20 Nov 2008 23,969 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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AV55 OZG is a 2005 Suzuki Vitara in Beige with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 AV55 OZG, 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 AV55 OZG registered?

AV55 OZG is a 2005 Suzuki Vitara, first registered on 25 November 2005.

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The MOT history for AV55 OZG shows 21 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.

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