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EK51 ERV

2001 Suzuki Vitara

Green Diesel 1905cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Jul 2026
Tests15 (15 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

166,628 mi
Last recorded166,628 miles
Recorded on11 Jul 2025
Typical for 2001 Suzuki Vitara71,636 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEK51 ERV
MakeSuzuki
ModelVitara
Year2001
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,905cc

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MOT History

15 pass
Pass 11 Jul 2025 166,628 miles

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Front Prop shaft bearing has slight play front prop, front most joint (6.1.7 (b) (i))

Front Prop shaft bearing has slight play front prop, rear most joint. (6.1.7 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

Steering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Nov 2019 162,058 miles

Central Front Upper Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

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

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

Pass 18 Dec 2018 155,165 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2017 148,994 miles

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

Pass 13 Dec 2016 141,981 miles

Oil leak ()

Pass 11 Dec 2015 134,551 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2014 128,101 miles

Offside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 16 Dec 2013 122,367 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2012 114,556 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2011 107,517 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2010 98,019 miles

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

Pass 22 Dec 2009 89,406 miles

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

Pass 11 Dec 2008 80,618 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2007 70,678 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2006 58,627 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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EK51 ERV is a 2001 Suzuki Vitara in Green with a 1,905cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 EK51 ERV, 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

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What year was EK51 ERV registered?

EK51 ERV is a 2001 Suzuki Vitara, first registered on 17 December 2001.

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