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FL51 FPX

2001 Suzuki Vitara

White Diesel 1905cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Apr 2019
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

125,801 mi
Last recorded125,801 miles
Recorded on27 Apr 2018
Typical for 2001 Suzuki Vitara71,636 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFL51 FPX
MakeSuzuki
ModelVitara
Year2001
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,905cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 27 Apr 2018 125,801 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2016 125,717 miles

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil both (2.7.3)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' chips (8.3.1a)

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

Pass 5 Aug 2015 125,360 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 15 Aug 2014 124,172 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 7 Aug 2013 12,214 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 2 Aug 2012 11,979 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2011 118,330 miles

front brake pads low

front prop shaft rear u/j worn

stone chip in windscreen

Fail 29 Jul 2011 118,309 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear Wheel nut(s) loose (4.2.A.1e)

front brake pads low

front prop shaft rear u/j worn

radiator leaking coolant

stone chip in windscreen

Pass 16 Jul 2010 114,742 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Nearside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Pass 24 Jul 2009 111,334 miles
Fail 3 Jul 2008 107,400 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel badly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Oil leak

Pass 3 Jul 2008 107,400 miles

Oil leak

Pass 24 May 2007 89,956 miles
Fail 19 May 2007 89,956 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake indicates brake bind (3.7.D.2a)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

n/s/r handbrake cable holder broken

Pass 25 May 2006 56,634 miles
Fail 20 May 2006 56,152 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

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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FL51 FPX is a 2001 Suzuki Vitara in White with a 1,905cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 FL51 FPX, 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 FL51 FPX registered?

FL51 FPX is a 2001 Suzuki Vitara, first registered on 30 September 2001.

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