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HN02 VMJ

2002 Suzuki Vitara

Black Petrol 1590cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jan 2026
Tests26 (20 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

84,965 mi
Last recorded84,965 miles
Recorded on15 Jan 2025
Typical for 2002 Suzuki Vitara68,061 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHN02 VMJ
MakeSuzuki
ModelVitara
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,590cc

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MOT History

20 pass 6 fail
Pass 15 Jan 2025 84,965 miles

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Pass 17 Jan 2024 81,114 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

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

Fail 8 Jan 2024 81,052 miles

Seat belt damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

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

Pass 16 Jan 2023 77,787 miles

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

Pass 18 Jan 2022 75,289 miles

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

Fail 6 Jan 2022 75,289 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Front Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Front Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 6 Jan 2021 72,504 miles

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

Pass 28 Jun 2019 69,059 miles
Fail 17 Jun 2019 69,048 miles

Nearside Rear Upper Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 22 Jun 2018 64,116 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 26 Jun 2017 57,560 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2016 53,988 miles

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

Pass 16 Jun 2015 48,475 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2014 44,396 miles
Fail 11 Jun 2014 44,381 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 10 May 2013 40,967 miles
Fail 10 May 2013 40,967 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 3 May 2012 38,371 miles
Pass 9 May 2011 35,061 miles
Pass 10 May 2010 32,176 miles
Fail 7 May 2009 27,779 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

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

Offside front tyre perished

Pass 7 May 2009 27,779 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

Offside front tyre perished

Pass 9 May 2008 19,295 miles

Corrosion starting to appear on chassis

Pass 22 Jan 2008 16,860 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2007 14,808 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2006 11,612 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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HN02 VMJ is a 2002 Suzuki Vitara in Black with a 1,590cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 HN02 VMJ, 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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HN02 VMJ is a 2002 Suzuki Vitara, first registered on 10 May 2002.

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