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CY11 CTZ

2011 Suzuki Vitara

Black Diesel 1905cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Nov 2026
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

116,969 mi
Last recorded116,969 miles
Recorded on11 Nov 2025
Typical for 2011 Suzuki Vitara62,954 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCY11 CTZ
MakeSuzuki
ModelVitara
Year2011
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,905cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 11 Nov 2025 116,969 miles
Fail 11 Nov 2025 116,969 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Fuel hose so insecure there is a risk of fire (6.1.3 (a) (ii))

Pass 13 Nov 2024 114,043 miles
Fail 11 Nov 2024 114,043 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

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

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Prop shaft securing bolt loose (6.1.7 (a) (i))

Rear Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

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

Rear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))

Pass 30 Oct 2023 110,625 miles

Rear seats not fitted

Fail 30 Oct 2023 110,625 miles

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

Rear Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Rear seats not fitted

Pass 1 Nov 2022 109,110 miles

Rear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test ()

Rear Vehicle structure slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting cross member (6.1.6 (i) (i))

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

Fail 19 Oct 2022 109,104 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test ()

Rear Vehicle structure slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting cross member (6.1.6 (i) (i))

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

Pass 24 Sep 2021 103,084 miles

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

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

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

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 24 Sep 2021 103,084 miles

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

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

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 2 Oct 2020 94,739 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2019 79,340 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2018 66,674 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2017 56,907 miles

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

Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement back bush, both sides (2.4.G.2)

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

Nearside Front Nail in tyre ()

Pass 6 May 2016 47,372 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 1 May 2015 36,663 miles

Both front tyres wearing low on edges.

Rear passenger seats not fitted at time of test.

Pass 19 Apr 2014 28,029 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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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CY11 CTZ is a 2011 Suzuki Vitara in Black with a 1,905cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

Across all 2011 Suzuki Vitara models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.5% with a typical mileage of 62,954 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 CY11 CTZ, 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 15 years old, this Suzuki Vitara is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was CY11 CTZ registered?

CY11 CTZ is a 2011 Suzuki Vitara, first registered on 6 May 2011.

Is CY11 CTZ safe to buy?

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