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GP03 FWV

2003 Suzuki Vitara

Blue Petrol 1590cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Mar 2020
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

82,061 mi
Last recorded82,061 miles
Recorded on2 Mar 2019
Typical for 2003 Suzuki Vitara65,896 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGP03 FWV
MakeSuzuki
ModelVitara
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,590cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Mar 2019 82,061 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge WORN ON INNER EDGE (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front TYRE HAS A METAL OBJECT ( SCREW ) IN THE TREAD

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

Pass 3 Mar 2018 80,246 miles

Central Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

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

Offside Brake pipe slightly corroded FRONT TO REAR (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Fail 3 Mar 2018 80,246 miles

Central Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

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

Offside Brake pipe slightly corroded FRONT TO REAR (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 8 Mar 2017 78,343 miles
Fail 3 Mar 2017 78,325 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emits dense blue smoke at idle (7.3.A.2b)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 18 Jun 2015 69,199 miles
Pass 27 May 2014 91,516 miles

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 12 Jun 2013 52,122 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2012 41,963 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 15 Jun 2011 38,157 miles

2 of 5 bulbs out on high level brake light

rear tyres perished and cracked

Fail 15 Jun 2010 30,075 miles

fuel flap insecure

lower front coil springs corroded

oil leak

rear tyres perished and cracked

1 led out on HLBL

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 15 Jun 2010 30,075 miles

1 led out on HLBL

fuel flap insecure

lower front coil springs corroded

oil leak

rear tyres perished and cracked

Pass 11 Jun 2009 24,402 miles

Front Lower coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Oil leak

rear tyres starting to crack and perish

Pass 10 Jun 2008 20,019 miles

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

Pass 12 Jun 2007 15,662 miles
Pass 31 May 2006 12,002 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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GP03 FWV is a 2003 Suzuki Vitara in Blue with a 1,590cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 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 GP03 FWV, 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 GP03 FWV registered?

GP03 FWV is a 2003 Suzuki Vitara, first registered on 17 June 2003.

Is GP03 FWV safe to buy?

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