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FA02 YWJ

2002 Suzuki Vitara

Black Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Apr 2018
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

87,631 mi
Last recorded87,631 miles
Recorded on8 Apr 2017
Typical for 2002 Suzuki Vitara68,061 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFA02 YWJ
MakeSuzuki
ModelVitara
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 8 Apr 2017 87,631 miles
Fail 23 Feb 2017 87,616 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Power steering component(s) leaking power steering pump (2.3.3b)

Power steering fluid level below minimum (2.3.1)

Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 23 Sep 2014 84,660 miles

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

engine lamp on

Fail 12 Sep 2014 84,659 miles

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

Nearside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

engine lamp on

Pass 9 Sep 2013 82,484 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2012 80,408 miles

Front brake pads approx 70% worn

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

n/s/r tyre worn on edge

Fail 11 Sep 2012 80,392 miles

Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Front brake pads approx 70% worn

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

n/s/r tyre worn on edge

Pass 18 Aug 2011 77,166 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2010 75,593 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2009 66,072 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2008 55,446 miles

front brake disc pads wearing low

Fail 12 Sep 2008 55,440 miles

Rear registration plate font not substantially similar to the prescribed font (6.3.4d)

Rear registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

front brake disc pads wearing low

Pass 10 Jul 2007 42,618 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2006 28,805 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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FA02 YWJ is a 2002 Suzuki Vitara in Black with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 2002 Suzuki Vitara models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.7% with a typical mileage of 68,061 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 FA02 YWJ, 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 24 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 FA02 YWJ registered?

FA02 YWJ is a 2002 Suzuki Vitara, first registered on 25 July 2002.

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