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DN52 FJC

2003 Suzuki Vitara

Blue Petrol 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jul 2021
Tests22 (16 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

125,729 mi
Last recorded125,729 miles
Recorded on10 Jul 2020
Typical for 2003 Suzuki Vitara65,896 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDN52 FJC
MakeSuzuki
ModelVitara
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

16 pass 6 fail
Pass 10 Jul 2020 125,729 miles

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

underfloor corrosion body and chassis

Fail 29 Jun 2020 125,716 miles

Brake pipe excessively corroded rear to load valve (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength body mount and inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Inner Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

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

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

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength body mount and inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

underfloor corrosion body and chassis

Pass 20 May 2019 115,497 miles

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

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

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

Pass 17 May 2018 97,620 miles

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

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear tyre perished on side wall

Pass 6 Jun 2017 86,398 miles

Offside Rear Tyre cracking

Pass 22 Aug 2016 83,358 miles

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

Fail 22 Aug 2016 83,358 miles

Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)

Pass 29 Sep 2015 81,132 miles
Fail 28 Sep 2015 81,132 miles

Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 20 Aug 2014 76,076 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 20 Aug 2014 76,076 miles

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 19 Sep 2013 72,225 miles

rear tyres near limit

Pass 6 Jun 2012 63,057 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2012 62,945 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

plastic sill covers fitted at time of test

Fail 2 Nov 2011 62,941 miles

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

Nearside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

Front Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

plastic sill covers fitted at time of test

Pass 6 Oct 2010 58,223 miles
Fail 29 Aug 2009 49,419 miles

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

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

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 29 Aug 2009 49,419 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2009 47,573 miles

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 23 Apr 2008 42,784 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2007 35,072 miles

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

Pass 3 Apr 2006 27,439 miles

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

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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DN52 FJC is a 2003 Suzuki Vitara in Blue with a 1,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 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 DN52 FJC, 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 DN52 FJC registered?

DN52 FJC is a 2003 Suzuki Vitara, first registered on 22 January 2003.

Is DN52 FJC safe to buy?

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