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DG03 JVL

2003 Suzuki Vitara

Blue Petrol 1590cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Nov 2025
Tests24 (19 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate79.2%

Mileage

Typical for 2003 Suzuki Vitara65,896 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDG03 JVL
MakeSuzuki
ModelVitara
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,590cc

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MOT History

19 pass 5 fail
Pass 18 Nov 2024

Offside Front Suspension component mounting repair covered in underseal (5.3.6 (a) (i))

heavily undersealed

underside corrosion

Fail 12 Nov 2024

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength body mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension component mounting repair covered in underseal (5.3.6 (a) (i))

underside corrosion

Fail 16 Oct 2024 102,282 miles

Offside Front Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area damaged to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected sill (5.3.6 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 16 Aug 2023 98,257 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All pipes undersealed (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 3 Aug 2022 97,403 miles

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

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

Nearside Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 12 Aug 2021 95,636 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All pipes painted (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Nearside Front Outer Direction indicator slightly discoloured Side repeater discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

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

Fail 11 Aug 2021 95,636 miles

Central Rear Upper Brake load sensing valve inoperative but ABS functioning Spring broken (1.1.17 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced Sill outer corroded close to seat belt anchor (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All pipes painted (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Outer Direction indicator slightly discoloured Side repeater discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

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

Pass 25 Aug 2020 91,086 miles

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

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

Pass 24 Jul 2019 90,408 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 17 Jul 2018 89,119 miles

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

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

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

Fail 17 Jul 2018 89,119 miles

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

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

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

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

Pass 4 Aug 2017 88,201 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2016 85,692 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2015 83,106 miles
Fail 4 Aug 2014 80,675 miles

Nearside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Pass 4 Aug 2014 80,675 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2013 78,864 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2012 76,995 miles

rear diff slightly noisy

Pass 16 Feb 2011 68,296 miles

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

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

Pass 13 Feb 2010 58,671 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2009 38,665 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2008 44,371 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2007 34,866 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2006 27,043 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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DG03 JVL is a 2003 Suzuki Vitara in Blue with a 1,590cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 79.2%.

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 DG03 JVL, 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.

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What year was DG03 JVL registered?

DG03 JVL is a 2003 Suzuki Vitara, first registered on 1 March 2003.

Is DG03 JVL safe to buy?

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