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FY55 WXU

2005 Suzuki Vitara

Beige Petrol 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jun 2025
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

99,559 mi
Last recorded99,559 miles
Recorded on21 May 2024
Typical for 2005 Suzuki Vitara65,318 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFY55 WXU
MakeSuzuki
ModelVitara
Year2005
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 May 2024 99,559 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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 Front Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Fail 21 May 2024 99,559 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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 Front Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft flexible coupling excessively deteriorated (6.1.7 (d) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Jun 2023 92,268 miles

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced all way underneath in several areas (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

rear seat belts not checked because of items on seat.

Fail 3 Jun 2023 92,268 miles

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

Offside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced all way underneath in several areas (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

rear seat belts not checked because of items on seat.

Pass 1 Jun 2022 88,768 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Offside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))

Rear seat belts not checked because the seats are folded.

Surface corrossion allway underneath

Pass 8 Jun 2021 83,539 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material across axle - minimal corrosion (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material across axle - minimal corrosion (1.1.11 (c))

Sill covers fitted, not allowing full inspection of outer sills

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all 4 tyres (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 9 Jun 2020 81,722 miles
Pass 17 May 2019 78,831 miles
Fail 17 May 2019 78,831 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 15 May 2018 76,223 miles
Pass 17 May 2017 72,449 miles
Pass 11 May 2016 69,172 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2015 62,083 miles
Pass 16 May 2014 56,957 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2013 48,637 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2012 42,349 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2011 34,351 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2009 23,423 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2008 14,725 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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FY55 WXU is a 2005 Suzuki Vitara in Beige with a 1,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 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 FY55 WXU, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was FY55 WXU registered?

FY55 WXU is a 2005 Suzuki Vitara, first registered on 28 December 2005.

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