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DE55 XRW

2005 Suzuki Vitara

Silver Petrol 1590cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 May 2024
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

51,708 mi
Last recorded51,708 miles
Recorded on18 May 2023
Typical for 2005 Suzuki Vitara65,318 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDE55 XRW
MakeSuzuki
ModelVitara
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,590cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 May 2023 51,708 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material arch (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material arch (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))

underbody corrosion

Pass 21 Mar 2022 50,903 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 15 Mar 2021 43,165 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 12 Mar 2021 43,165 miles

Emissions not tested (8.2.1.2 (d))

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 11 Mar 2020 31,812 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2019 22,302 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2018 13,031 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2018 13,029 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords and offside front/sidewall cracks (4.1.D.1a)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords and offside /sidewall cracks (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 9 Jun 2010 12,749 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2008 11,906 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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DE55 XRW is a 2005 Suzuki Vitara in Silver with a 1,590cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2005 Suzuki Vitara models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.6% with a typical mileage of 65,318 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 DE55 XRW, 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 21 years old, this Suzuki Vitara is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was DE55 XRW registered?

DE55 XRW is a 2005 Suzuki Vitara, first registered on 21 November 2005.

Is DE55 XRW safe to buy?

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