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FL03 OAC

2003 Suzuki Vitara

Green Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Nov 2023
Tests20 (14 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

87,975 mi
Last recorded87,975 miles
Recorded on15 Nov 2022
Typical for 2003 Suzuki Vitara65,896 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFL03 OAC
MakeSuzuki
ModelVitara
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

14 pass 6 fail
Pass 15 Nov 2022 87,975 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases catalytic converter

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt

catalytic converter heat shield and centre exhaust section heat shields insecure

slight corrosion to underside

Fail 15 Nov 2022 87,975 miles

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

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases catalytic converter

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt

catalytic converter heat shield and centre exhaust section heat shields insecure

slight corrosion to underside

Pass 5 Apr 2018 81,002 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases catalytic converter (7.1.2)

Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced both (1.7.5a)

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

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

catalytic converter heat shield and centre exhaust section heat shields insecure

exhaust tail pipe corroded

Fail 5 Apr 2018 81,002 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases catalytic converter (7.1.2)

Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced both (1.7.5a)

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

Nearside Rear Body has a sharp edge caused by damage bumper (6.1.C.1)

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

catalytic converter heat shield and centre exhaust section heat shields insecure

exhaust tail pipe corroded

Pass 17 Mar 2017 69,234 miles
Fail 17 Mar 2017 69,234 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 31 Mar 2016 69,230 miles
Fail 23 Mar 2016 69,226 miles

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

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

Pass 21 Mar 2015 68,846 miles

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Fail 21 Mar 2015 68,846 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Pass 15 Mar 2014 68,142 miles

b/pipes corroded

Pass 22 Mar 2013 67,196 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2012 65,831 miles

exhuast blowing at catalyst

Pass 2 Mar 2011 63,514 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 25 Mar 2010 61,533 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2009 58,946 miles
Fail 23 Mar 2009 58,946 miles

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

Pass 13 Feb 2008 53,382 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2007 42,085 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2006 33,811 miles

slight play in steering rack

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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FL03 OAC is a 2003 Suzuki Vitara in Green with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

Across all 2003 Suzuki Vitara models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.4% with a typical mileage of 65,896 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 FL03 OAC, 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 23 years old, this Suzuki Vitara is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was FL03 OAC registered?

FL03 OAC is a 2003 Suzuki Vitara, first registered on 20 March 2003.

Is FL03 OAC safe to buy?

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