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EA51 BVR

2001 Suzuki Vitara

Silver Petrol 1590cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Dec 2015
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

126,260 mi
Last recorded126,260 miles
Recorded on25 Nov 2014
Typical for 2001 Suzuki Vitara71,636 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEA51 BVR
MakeSuzuki
ModelVitara
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,590cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 Nov 2014 126,260 miles

EML on

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)

slight binding o/s/f brake

Pass 2 Dec 2013 112,941 miles

EML on

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Oil leak

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

anti freeze -46c

Pass 30 Nov 2012 101,449 miles

Front Brake Advisories RBT:Judder on both.Off side slightly grabbing.

Front to Rear Brake pipe(s) corroded

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

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Fail 30 Nov 2012 101,449 miles

Front Brake Advisories RBT:Judder on both.Off side slightly grabbing.

Front to Rear Brake pipe(s) corroded

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

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

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 9 Apr 2011 90,542 miles

corrosion to underside floor sills chassis brake pipes coil springs flexi brake hose ferrules

spare tyre flat

Fail 8 Apr 2011 90,542 miles

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

corrosion to underside floor sills chassis brake pipes coil springs flexi brake hose ferrules

front discs pitted slight bind ns front

spare tyre flat

Pass 30 Mar 2010 86,009 miles

corrosion to underside brake pipes front spring & fuel filter

Fail 30 Mar 2010 86,009 miles

Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

corrosion to underside brake pipes front spring & fuel filter

Pass 23 Mar 2009 76,576 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2008 68,988 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2007 60,533 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2006 56,211 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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EA51 BVR is a 2001 Suzuki Vitara in Silver with a 1,590cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 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 EA51 BVR, 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.

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What year was EA51 BVR registered?

EA51 BVR is a 2001 Suzuki Vitara, first registered on 7 September 2001.

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