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DX51 AVC

2001 Suzuki Vitara

Black Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Oct 2009
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

118,907 mi
Last recorded118,907 miles
Recorded on30 Sep 2008
Typical for 2001 Suzuki Vitara71,636 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDX51 AVC
MakeSuzuki
ModelVitara
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Sep 2008 118,907 miles

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

Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 1 Oct 2007 94,479 miles

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

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)

Fail 29 Sep 2006 70,204 miles

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

Rear registration plate obscured (6.3.1d)

Pass 29 Sep 2006 70,204 miles

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

Pass 5 Oct 2005 48,056 miles

FAILED FIRST SMOKE TEST

Fail 5 Oct 2005 48,056 miles

FAILED FIRST SMOKE TEST

Rear registration plate obscured (6.3.1d)

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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DX51 AVC is a 2001 Suzuki Vitara in Black with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2001 Suzuki Vitara models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.9% with a typical mileage of 71,636 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 DX51 AVC, 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 25 years old, this Suzuki Vitara is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of DX51 AVC?

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What year was DX51 AVC registered?

DX51 AVC is a 2001 Suzuki Vitara, first registered on 27 September 2001.

Is DX51 AVC safe to buy?

The MOT history for DX51 AVC shows 6 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does DX51 AVC have outstanding finance?

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