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HV58 EUJ

2008 Suzuki Vitara

Grey Petrol 1590cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Jul 2026
Tests22 (15 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate68.2%

Mileage

129,177 mi
Last recorded129,177 miles
Recorded on18 Jul 2025
Typical for 2008 Suzuki Vitara63,924 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHV58 EUJ
MakeSuzuki
ModelVitara
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,590cc

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MOT History

15 pass 7 fail
Pass 18 Jul 2025 129,177 miles

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

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

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

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 25 Jul 2024 126,998 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2023 125,031 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Both sides upper (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 31 Jul 2023 125,028 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Nearside Rear Anti-lock braking system wiring excessively damaged (1.6 (d))

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

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

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Both sides upper (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 15 Sep 2022 119,929 miles

Front Heatshield loose.

Offside Front Lower Fluid leak, but not excessive G BOX. (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Sep 2021 111,016 miles

Front Brake imbalance ns.

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

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

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

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

Fail 13 Sep 2021 110,984 miles

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

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Front Brake imbalance ns.

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

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

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

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

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

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

Pass 18 Sep 2020 105,853 miles

Nearside Front tyre worn on inner edge

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

Oil leak, but not excessive front / centre (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear toe hitch retaining bolts corroded

Fail 17 Sep 2020 105,853 miles

Central Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases joint (6.1.2 (a))

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

Offside Front Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))

Front heat shield loose

Nearside Front tyre worn on inner edge

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

Oil leak, but not excessive front / centre (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear exhaust joint corroded

Rear toe hitch retaining bolts corroded

Pass 18 Sep 2019 99,467 miles

Front Hydraulic leak, but not excessive power steering pipe (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

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

Oil leak, but not excessive g box oil seals (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Sep 2018 91,541 miles

Front Fluid leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

slight oil leak gearbox

Fail 18 Sep 2018 91,541 miles

Offside Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))

Front Fluid leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Power steering close to minimum mark (2.1.5 (b) (i))

slight oil leak gearbox

Pass 5 Sep 2017 83,399 miles

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

Pass 6 Sep 2016 75,305 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2015 66,393 miles
Fail 1 Sep 2015 66,393 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 225/65/17 (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 5 Sep 2014 58,122 miles
Fail 5 Sep 2014 58,122 miles

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Fail 4 Sep 2013 49,185 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

os wiper split

rear exhaust jointr corroded

Pass 4 Sep 2013 49,185 miles

os wiper split

rear exhaust jointr corroded

Pass 4 Sep 2012 39,666 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

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

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

Pass 15 Sep 2011 31,815 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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HV58 EUJ is a 2008 Suzuki Vitara in Grey with a 1,590cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.2%.

Across all 2008 Suzuki Vitara models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.2% with a typical mileage of 63,924 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 HV58 EUJ, 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 18 years old, this Suzuki Vitara is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was HV58 EUJ registered?

HV58 EUJ is a 2008 Suzuki Vitara, first registered on 25 September 2008.

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