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CJ53 JAR

2008 Suzuki Vitara

Black Diesel 1905cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jul 2024
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

150,862 mi
Last recorded150,862 miles
Recorded on14 Jul 2023
Typical for 2008 Suzuki Vitara63,924 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCJ53 JAR
MakeSuzuki
ModelVitara
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,905cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 14 Jul 2023 150,862 miles

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

Pass 25 Jul 2022 148,600 miles

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 7 Jul 2021 146,142 miles
Fail 7 Jul 2021 146,142 miles

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

Pass 28 Jul 2020 143,313 miles

vehicle chassie sprayed with under seal

Pass 26 Jul 2019 139,905 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2019 139,905 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 18 Jul 2018 136,455 miles

Central Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced undercarriage has slight corrision (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 16 Jul 2017 132,842 miles

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 28 Jul 2016 128,778 miles

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Fail 28 Jul 2016 128,778 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Fail 15 Jul 2015 124,153 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Pass 15 Jul 2015 124,153 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Pass 14 Jul 2014 118,244 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2013 113,609 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 16 Jul 2012 99,992 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2011 69,891 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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CJ53 JAR is a 2008 Suzuki Vitara in Black with a 1,905cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 CJ53 JAR, 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 CJ53 JAR registered?

CJ53 JAR is a 2008 Suzuki Vitara, first registered on 15 July 2008.

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The MOT history for CJ53 JAR shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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