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EK51 ZRX

2001 Suzuki Vitara

Silver Petrol 1590cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jan 2021
Tests21 (14 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

131,436 mi
Last recorded131,436 miles
Recorded on9 Jul 2019
Typical for 2001 Suzuki Vitara71,636 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEK51 ZRX
MakeSuzuki
ModelVitara
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,590cc

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MOT History

14 pass 7 fail
Pass 9 Jul 2019 131,436 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2019 131,436 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 17 Jul 2018 125,158 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 4 Jul 2018 125,158 miles

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

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))

Oil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 14 Jul 2017 116,962 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

engine oil leaks

Fail 14 Jul 2017 116,962 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

engine oil leaks

Pass 15 Jul 2016 111,305 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2015 106,449 miles

Oil leaks

Fail 3 Jul 2015 106,444 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Oil leaks

Pass 7 Jul 2014 97,464 miles

Both front tyres worn on the inner edge

oil leaks

Fail 4 Jul 2014 97,421 miles

Centre Stop lamp has less than 50% of the light sources illuminating (1.2.1b)

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

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

Both front tyres worn on the inner edge

Rear exhaust system missing

oil leaks

Pass 24 Jun 2013 90,261 miles

front headlamps slightly discoloured

rear exhaust corroded

Fail 3 Jul 2012 79,843 miles

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Oil leak

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Pass 3 Jul 2012 79,843 miles

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

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Pass 8 Jul 2011 68,118 miles

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)

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

Pass 2 Jul 2010 56,641 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2009 40,120 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2009 40,120 miles

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

Front registration plate character(s) not correctly formed (6.3.4b)

Rear registration plate character(s) not correctly formed (6.3.4b)

Pass 21 May 2008 40,057 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2007 30,710 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2005 14,780 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 ZRX is a 2001 Suzuki Vitara in Silver with a 1,590cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 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 EK51 ZRX, 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 EK51 ZRX registered?

EK51 ZRX is a 2001 Suzuki Vitara, first registered on 7 September 2001.

Is EK51 ZRX safe to buy?

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