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HG02 VFT

2002 Suzuki Vitara

Red Petrol 1590cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Nov 2020
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

102,837 mi
Last recorded102,837 miles
Recorded on15 May 2019
Typical for 2002 Suzuki Vitara68,061 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHG02 VFT
MakeSuzuki
ModelVitara
Year2002
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,590cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 15 May 2019 102,837 miles
Pass 16 May 2018 99,117 miles

check engine light on

Pass 8 May 2017 89,317 miles
Fail 6 May 2017 89,317 miles

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 6 May 2016 80,118 miles

Nearside outer CV gaiter perished

Offside rear tyre perished/ cracking up

Slight oil leak from gearbox area

Fail 5 May 2016 80,118 miles

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

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside outer CV gaiter perished

Offside rear tyre perished/ cracking up

Slight oil leak from gearbox area

Pass 5 May 2015 71,959 miles

Front number plate bent

Nearside front tyre starting to get low

Offside rear tyre perishing

Signs of oil weep (around gearbox area)

Pass 8 May 2014 64,521 miles

Nearside rear tyre on legal limit

Radiator fins starting to deterioate

C.V boot rubbers starting to perish

Slight play in front anti roll bar link rods

Fail 6 May 2014 64,521 miles

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

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

C.V boot rubbers starting to perish

Nearside rear tyre on legal limit

Radiator fins starting to deterioate

Slight play in front anti roll bar link rods

Pass 3 May 2013 56,656 miles

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

Pass 8 May 2012 48,434 miles
Pass 3 May 2011 46,636 miles

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

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Weep from rear differential (may require further investigation)

Pass 11 Dec 2009 43,866 miles

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

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

tow ball not fitted at time of test

Pass 4 Dec 2008 41,769 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nail in offside rear tyre

offside front wiper blade split(still clears screen)

Pass 26 Mar 2008 39,645 miles

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

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

Fail 26 Mar 2008 39,645 miles

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

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

Rear registration plate obscured (6.3.1d)

Pass 29 Mar 2007 31,436 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2006 25,486 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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HG02 VFT is a 2002 Suzuki Vitara in Red with a 1,590cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 2002 Suzuki Vitara models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.7% with a typical mileage of 68,061 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 HG02 VFT, 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 24 years old, this Suzuki Vitara is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was HG02 VFT registered?

HG02 VFT is a 2002 Suzuki Vitara, first registered on 18 June 2002.

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