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FP54 XBR

2004 Suzuki Vitara

Blue Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Jun 2027
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

120,819 mi
Last recorded120,819 miles
Recorded on3 Jun 2026
Typical for 2004 Suzuki Vitara66,554 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFP54 XBR
MakeSuzuki
ModelVitara
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 3 Jun 2026 120,819 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Vehicle underbody showing corrosion

Pass 6 Jun 2025 114,196 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Vehicle underbody showing signs of corrosion

Fail 4 Jun 2025 114,195 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Split (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn D bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Vehicle underbody showing signs of corrosion

Pass 12 Jun 2024 107,058 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2024 106,949 miles

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

Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 8 Jun 2023 101,779 miles
Fail 7 Jun 2023 101,756 miles

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm inner edge (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 8 Jun 2022 96,497 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides front (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 7 Jun 2021 90,015 miles

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

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

Pass 10 Jun 2020 85,005 miles

Exhaust mounting defective Down pipe to cat bolts corroded (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

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

Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 23 Jan 2019 84,095 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2018 83,866 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2017 79,751 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2016 77,870 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2016 77,870 miles

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge worn (4.1.E.1)

Pass 17 Jun 2015 67,023 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2014 59,203 miles

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

Pass 10 Jun 2013 52,658 miles
Pass 8 May 2012 48,895 miles
Pass 18 May 2011 43,601 miles
Pass 20 May 2010 33,316 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 19 May 2009 20,660 miles
Pass 20 May 2008 13,761 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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FP54 XBR is a 2004 Suzuki Vitara in Blue with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.6%.

Across all 2004 Suzuki Vitara models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.2% with a typical mileage of 66,554 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 FP54 XBR, 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 22 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 FP54 XBR registered?

FP54 XBR is a 2004 Suzuki Vitara, first registered on 2 December 2004.

Is FP54 XBR safe to buy?

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