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FG05 NZO

2005 Suzuki Vitara

Black Petrol 1590cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Sep 2023
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

49,056 mi
Last recorded49,056 miles
Recorded on26 Sep 2022
Typical for 2005 Suzuki Vitara65,318 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFG05 NZO
MakeSuzuki
ModelVitara
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,590cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 26 Sep 2022 49,056 miles

Central Front Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Central Front Cross member corroded

Central Rear Fuel Pipe/s corroded Fuel filter corroded ()

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Power steering pipe/hose slightly damaged Rusting (2.1.5 (g) (i))

Prop shaft damaged but serviceable Corroded (6.1.7 (e))

Fail 26 Sep 2022 49,056 miles

Offside Brake pipe at imminent risk of failure or fracture Rear to front pipe (1.1.11 (a)) DANGEROUS

Central Front Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Central Front Cross member corroded

Central Rear Fuel Pipe/s corroded Fuel filter corroded ()

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Power steering pipe/hose slightly damaged Rusting (2.1.5 (g) (i))

Prop shaft damaged but serviceable Corroded (6.1.7 (e))

Pass 24 Sep 2021 41,136 miles

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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

FUEL FILTER VERY BADLY CORRODED

Front Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Front lower cross member corded

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front nose from wheel

Power steering component modified, but not inappropriately rack corroded (2.1.5 (f) (i))

Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))

Prop shaft damaged but serviceable corroded (6.1.7 (e))

Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement all round (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced all (6.1.1 (c) (i))

covers fitted to outer cills can not inspect outer cills

Fail 24 Sep 2021 41,136 miles

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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

FUEL FILTER VERY BADLY CORRODED

Front Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Front lower cross member corded

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front nose from wheel

Power steering component modified, but not inappropriately rack corroded (2.1.5 (f) (i))

Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))

Prop shaft damaged but serviceable corroded (6.1.7 (e))

Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement all round (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced all (6.1.1 (c) (i))

covers fitted to outer cills can not inspect outer cills

Pass 18 Sep 2020 40,157 miles

Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both front arms (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened all rear arms (5.3.3 (b) (i))

chassis corroded

Pass 18 Sep 2019 39,652 miles
Fail 17 Sep 2019 39,652 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded both metal brake pipes on rear axle (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing dust covers corroded shocks still function as intended (5.3.2 (b))

battery negative terminal connector not fitted correctly,close to bonnet

Pass 23 Aug 2018 39,193 miles

front exhaust flange badly corroded

Fail 23 Aug 2018 39,193 miles

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

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

front exhaust flange badly corroded

Pass 22 Aug 2017 38,003 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2016 36,687 miles
Fail 9 Aug 2016 36,687 miles

Nearside Front front brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)

Offside Front front brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)

Pass 13 Aug 2015 34,944 miles

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Towbar component slightly corroded (6.6.1)

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 29 Oct 2013 33,530 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2012 32,917 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2011 32,630 miles

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 24 Mar 2010 28,276 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2009 23,840 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2008 20,627 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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FG05 NZO is a 2005 Suzuki Vitara in Black with a 1,590cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

Across all 2005 Suzuki Vitara models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.6% with a typical mileage of 65,318 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 FG05 NZO, 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 21 years old, this Suzuki Vitara is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was FG05 NZO registered?

FG05 NZO is a 2005 Suzuki Vitara, first registered on 31 March 2005.

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