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DE55 XVL

2005 Suzuki Vitara

Blue Petrol 1905cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Oct 2026
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

105,032 mi
Last recorded105,032 miles
Recorded on16 Oct 2025
Typical for 2005 Suzuki Vitara65,318 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDE55 XVL
MakeSuzuki
ModelVitara
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,905cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Oct 2025 105,032 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Mains At Rear & Over Diff (1.1.11 (c))

Coil spring corroded Both Rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))

Pass 18 Oct 2024 102,343 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Main & Rear (1.1.11 (c))

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

Fail 18 Oct 2024 102,343 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Main & Rear (1.1.11 (c))

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

Position lamp not working Front & Rear (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 10 Oct 2023 97,398 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Main & Rear (1.1.11 (c))

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

Pass 4 May 2023 95,711 miles

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

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Rear over diff (1.1.11 (c))

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

Pass 6 May 2022 90,898 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear. (1.1.11 (c))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material over rear axle. (1.1.11 (c))

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

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

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

Pass 9 Apr 2021 86,638 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material over rear axle. (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 25 Mar 2021 86,413 miles

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

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

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material over rear axle. (1.1.11 (c))

Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated both fronts-outer. (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 2 Mar 2020 81,738 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear. (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Fail 17 Feb 2020 81,684 miles

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear. (1.1.11 (c))

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 6 Feb 2019 73,981 miles

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

Pass 20 Nov 2017 62,683 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2016 49,426 miles

front brake pads on limit

rear exhaust mounting broken

Pass 19 Nov 2015 41,342 miles

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

oil leak

Pass 8 Oct 2014 32,792 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2013 29,015 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2012 25,641 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2010 18,642 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2009 14,752 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2008 10,462 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 XVL is a 2005 Suzuki Vitara in Blue with a 1,905cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 XVL, 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 XVL registered?

DE55 XVL is a 2005 Suzuki Vitara, first registered on 31 December 2005.

Is DE55 XVL safe to buy?

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