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D4 BJL

2003 Suzuki Vitara

Silver Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Apr 2023
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

60,648 mi
Last recorded60,648 miles
Recorded on4 Apr 2022
Typical for 2003 Suzuki Vitara65,896 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD4 BJL
MakeSuzuki
ModelVitara
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 Apr 2022 60,648 miles

Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 22 Mar 2021 58,843 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2020 58,741 miles
Fail 23 Mar 2020 58,740 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 20 Mar 2019 57,987 miles

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

Pass 21 Mar 2018 57,115 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2017 56,295 miles

Offside Front brake starting to bind. front pads appear low.

Pass 8 Apr 2016 55,112 miles
Fail 4 Apr 2016 55,106 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive 9.01 %. cat fitted but vehicle not on database. 3.5% test required. engine lamp on. (7.3.B.1a)

Registration plate lamp not fitted secondary plate on spare wheel. original plate obscured by tow bar. (1.1.C.1b)

Pass 28 Apr 2015 54,113 miles

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

Pass 15 Apr 2014 52,675 miles
Pass 7 May 2013 51,473 miles

exhaust gasket between both cats in poor condition

Pass 27 Apr 2012 49,788 miles

front brake pads appear low.

heavy oil leak, front of engine area.

rear number plate obscured by tow ball, secondary number plate not illuminated & insufficient border (lower left hand side).

Pass 11 May 2011 48,078 miles
Fail 9 May 2011 48,078 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Centre Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 11 May 2010 45,902 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2009 41,147 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2008 35,229 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2007 30,067 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2006 19,561 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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D4 BJL is a 2003 Suzuki Vitara in Silver with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 D4 BJL, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was D4 BJL registered?

D4 BJL is a 2003 Suzuki Vitara, first registered on 30 June 2003.

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The MOT history for D4 BJL shows 20 tests with a 85% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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