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DB53 FUN

2004 Suzuki Vitara

Silver Petrol 1590cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Jan 2027
Tests25 (19 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate76%

Mileage

92,086 mi
Last recorded92,086 miles
Recorded on6 Jan 2026
Typical for 2004 Suzuki Vitara66,554 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDB53 FUN
MakeSuzuki
ModelVitara
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,590cc

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MOT History

19 pass 6 fail
Pass 6 Jan 2026 92,086 miles

all brake pipes corroded

Headlamp lens slightly defective both front (4.1.1 (b) (i))

all suspension/ chassis heavily corroded

welding repairs covered in seam sealer

Fail 10 Dec 2025 92,053 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced inner and outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced inner and outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))

Headlamp lens slightly defective both (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

all suspension corroded

Pass 4 Dec 2024 89,693 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))

Headlamp lens slightly defective both (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened all (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Pass 28 Nov 2023 88,203 miles

general corrosion to underside/all suspension

Pass 25 Nov 2022 85,947 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2021 83,557 miles

Headlamp lens slightly defective both front (4.1.1 (b) (i))

all coil springs heavily corroded

Fail 3 Dec 2021 83,555 miles

Offside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Headlamp lens slightly defective both front (4.1.1 (b) (i))

all coil springs heavily corroded

Pass 28 Nov 2020 76,874 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2019 78,279 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2018 70,603 miles

steering slightly stiff

surface rust to chassis

Pass 7 Dec 2017 57,787 miles
Fail 5 Dec 2017 57,780 miles

Central Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Pass 7 Mar 2016 50,530 miles
Fail 7 Mar 2016 50,530 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 26 Jan 2015 46,040 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2014 45,312 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2013 43,322 miles
Fail 15 Jan 2013 43,321 miles

Front Service brake is causing the steering wheel to severely pull one way (3.7.C.2)

Nearside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

Pass 9 Jan 2012 41,300 miles

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

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

Pass 13 Jan 2011 38,572 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

front brake disc worn

Fail 13 Jan 2011 38,572 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Rear Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

front brake disc worn

Pass 18 Jan 2010 35,182 miles

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

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

Pass 19 Jan 2009 30,313 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2008 26,691 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2007 20,773 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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DB53 FUN is a 2004 Suzuki Vitara in Silver with a 1,590cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76%.

Across all 2004 Suzuki Vitara models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.2% with a typical mileage of 66,554 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 DB53 FUN, 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 22 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 DB53 FUN registered?

DB53 FUN is a 2004 Suzuki Vitara, first registered on 3 February 2004.

Is DB53 FUN safe to buy?

The MOT history for DB53 FUN shows 25 tests with a 76% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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