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FD55 FWZ

2006 Suzuki Vitara

Red Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 May 2017
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

97,036 mi
Last recorded97,036 miles
Recorded on12 May 2016
Typical for 2006 Suzuki Vitara70,371 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFD55 FWZ
MakeSuzuki
ModelVitara
Year2006
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 12 May 2016 97,036 miles
Pass 14 May 2015 85,208 miles
Fail 13 May 2015 85,208 miles

Nearside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Fail 7 Apr 2014 75,739 miles

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

Pass 7 Apr 2014 75,739 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2013 66,894 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2012 59,387 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Fail 7 Apr 2012 59,387 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 12 Mar 2011 55,668 miles

Centre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 25 Feb 2010 53,272 miles
Fail 17 Feb 2010 53,272 miles

Offside Rear Seat belt has a cut which has significantly weakened the webbing (5.2.2a)

Pass 19 Feb 2009 43,236 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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FD55 FWZ is a 2006 Suzuki Vitara in Red with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2006 Suzuki Vitara models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.6% with a typical mileage of 70,371 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 FD55 FWZ, 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 20 years old, this Suzuki Vitara is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was FD55 FWZ registered?

FD55 FWZ is a 2006 Suzuki Vitara, first registered on 22 February 2006.

Is FD55 FWZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for FD55 FWZ shows 12 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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