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CP03 SZE

2003 Suzuki Vitara

Silver Petrol 1590cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jul 2022
Tests22 (16 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

116,053 mi
Last recorded116,053 miles
Recorded on16 Jul 2021
Typical for 2003 Suzuki Vitara65,896 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCP03 SZE
MakeSuzuki
ModelVitara
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,590cc

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MOT History

16 pass 6 fail
Pass 16 Jul 2021 116,053 miles

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

Pass 10 Jul 2020 111,007 miles
Fail 10 Jul 2020 111,007 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

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

Nearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis corroded (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Jul 2019 104,983 miles

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Fail 18 Jul 2019 104,982 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Offside Brake pipe excessively corroded Front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Chassis near anti roll bar bush. (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 31 Jul 2018 96,616 miles
Fail 31 Jul 2018 96,609 miles

Nearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Jul 2017 86,647 miles
Fail 7 Jul 2017 86,303 miles

Nearside Front Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 12 Jul 2016 74,375 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2015 62,766 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2014 50,517 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2013 37,553 miles
Fail 19 Jul 2013 37,542 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 16 Jul 2012 27,203 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2011 20,119 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2010 17,021 miles
Fail 21 Jun 2010 17,021 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)

Pass 8 Jul 2009 14,762 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2008 12,175 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2007 9,565 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2006 7,106 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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CP03 SZE is a 2003 Suzuki Vitara in Silver with a 1,590cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 2003 Suzuki Vitara models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.4% with a typical mileage of 65,896 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 CP03 SZE, 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 23 years old, this Suzuki Vitara is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was CP03 SZE registered?

CP03 SZE is a 2003 Suzuki Vitara, first registered on 8 July 2003.

Is CP03 SZE safe to buy?

The MOT history for CP03 SZE shows 22 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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