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CP03 XLG

2003 Suzuki Vitara

Silver Petrol 1590cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Apr 2025
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

115,536 mi
Last recorded115,536 miles
Recorded on12 Apr 2024
Typical for 2003 Suzuki Vitara65,896 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 12 Apr 2024 115,536 miles

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Apr 2023 113,082 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

anti roll bar bushes (both)

chassis heavily corroded

Pass 22 Apr 2022 112,847 miles

Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing both (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 13 Apr 2022 112,847 miles

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

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

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

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

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

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

Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing both (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 4 Feb 2021 112,539 miles

under seal under jeep

Pass 19 Mar 2020 112,020 miles

heavy corrsion under jeep all over

Pass 5 Mar 2019 111,367 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing both (5.3.2 (b))

chassie heavy corrsion

Pass 1 Mar 2018 109,353 miles

Rear exhaust end pipi missing

Fail 1 Mar 2018 109,351 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded sill (5.2.6)

Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded sill (5.2.6)

Rear exhaust end pipi missing

Pass 23 Feb 2017 107,243 miles

Front rear exhaust

Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil both (2.7.3)

corrosion under jeep and chassie

Pass 29 Jun 2015 95,848 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2014 77,370 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2014 77,370 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Pass 8 Jul 2013 63,544 miles

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

offside and nearside brake discs corroded and pitted

slight binde on nearside front

Fail 8 Jul 2013 63,544 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

offside and nearside brake discs corroded and pitted

slight binde on nearside front

Pass 12 Jul 2012 56,996 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2011 47,761 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2010 39,791 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2009 34,094 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2008 29,410 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 11 Jul 2007 25,923 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2006 21,463 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 XLG 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 81.8%.

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 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 CP03 XLG, 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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CP03 XLG is a 2003 Suzuki Vitara, first registered on 12 July 2003.

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