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EG03 HHJ

2003 Suzuki Vitara

Black Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Nov 2026
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

57,367 mi
Last recorded57,367 miles
Recorded on7 Nov 2025
Typical for 2003 Suzuki Vitara65,896 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEG03 HHJ
MakeSuzuki
ModelVitara
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 7 Nov 2025 57,367 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2024 55,821 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2023 52,453 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2022 49,601 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 22 Oct 2021 44,325 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2020 39,415 miles

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

Fail 18 Nov 2020 39,415 miles

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

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

Pass 2 Oct 2019 38,518 miles

battery tray corroded

Fail 2 Oct 2019 38,518 miles

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

battery tray corroded

Pass 21 Sep 2018 35,789 miles

Rear Direction indicator slightly affected by the operation of another lamp all lamps slightly (4.4.3 (b))

Pass 21 Sep 2017 35,407 miles

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

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

nearside front tyre perished on sidewall

nearside rear tyre perished on sidewall

rear exhaust corroded

Pass 23 Sep 2016 35,400 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2015 35,391 miles

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

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

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

Fail 21 Sep 2015 35,391 miles

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

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

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

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively Both nearside & offside (8.2.2)

Pass 12 Jun 2014 35,376 miles

both n/s tyres perishing

Pass 4 Jun 2013 35,137 miles

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

Pass 25 May 2012 34,772 miles

all tyre tread depths 2mm

Pass 11 Nov 2010 33,421 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2009 32,134 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 Sep 2008 29,440 miles

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

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

Fail 26 Jul 2007 24,670 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 26 Jul 2007 24,670 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2006 21,398 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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EG03 HHJ is a 2003 Suzuki Vitara in Black with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.6%.

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 EG03 HHJ, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was EG03 HHJ registered?

EG03 HHJ is a 2003 Suzuki Vitara, first registered on 15 July 2003.

Is EG03 HHJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for EG03 HHJ shows 23 tests with a 82.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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