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EK03 RUW

2003 Suzuki Vitara

Red Petrol 1590cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Oct 2022
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

76,311 mi
Last recorded76,311 miles
Recorded on27 Sep 2021
Typical for 2003 Suzuki Vitara65,896 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEK03 RUW
MakeSuzuki
ModelVitara
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,590cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Sep 2021 76,311 miles

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

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

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both front tyres (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 2 Oct 2020 75,137 miles

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

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both front (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 3 Oct 2019 74,096 miles

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner groove (5.2.3 (e))

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

Rear diff leak present

Pass 4 Oct 2018 72,539 miles

Both front brake ferrules corroded

Both front shock absorber and coil springs corroded

Front tyre cracks occurring

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner side (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 3 Oct 2017 70,506 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2016 66,950 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 Oct 2015 60,921 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2014 58,085 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

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

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

Pass 10 Oct 2013 54,964 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2012 49,645 miles
Fail 13 Oct 2012 49,637 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

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

Pass 5 Oct 2011 45,089 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2010 41,366 miles

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Pass 13 Oct 2009 37,429 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2008 32,937 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2007 274,466 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2006 15,838 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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EK03 RUW is a 2003 Suzuki Vitara in Red with a 1,590cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 EK03 RUW, 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 EK03 RUW registered?

EK03 RUW is a 2003 Suzuki Vitara, first registered on 12 March 2003.

Is EK03 RUW safe to buy?

The MOT history for EK03 RUW shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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