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HY53 EHT

2003 Suzuki Vitara

Black Petrol 1590cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Nov 2019
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

88,964 mi
Last recorded88,964 miles
Recorded on10 Nov 2018
Typical for 2003 Suzuki Vitara65,896 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHY53 EHT
MakeSuzuki
ModelVitara
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,590cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Nov 2018 88,964 miles

Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

Offside Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced centre sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

Pass 28 Oct 2017 84,199 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded various (3.6.B.2c)

Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint both sides (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

o/s/f brake is slightly binding

rear of exhaust support is wire

wipers are slow

Pass 11 Nov 2016 70,993 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded various (3.6.B.2c)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Oil leak ()

front number plate is damaged

fuel pipes are corroded

wipers move slowly

Pass 23 Oct 2015 60,336 miles

fuel pipes corroded

various steel brake pipes slightly corroded

wipers slow

Pass 31 Oct 2014 49,538 miles

Fuel pipe/s corroded

both sides,front brake pipes are slightly corroded

wipers are slow

Pass 30 Oct 2013 37,474 miles

Fuel pipe/s corroded

both front tyres wearing slightly on edges

slight corrosion to front brake pipes inner arch area both sides

wipers are slow

Pass 15 Oct 2012 33,358 miles

both front tyres wearing on outer edges and slightly perished

both front upper ferrules corroding

Pass 28 Oct 2011 30,767 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2010 27,024 miles
Fail 30 Oct 2010 27,024 miles

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

Pass 15 Sep 2009 24,289 miles

EML on

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

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

both rear wheel bearings slight roughness

fuel pipe starting to corrode

long handbrake travel

Fail 15 Sep 2008 22,055 miles

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

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

Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 15 Sep 2008 22,055 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Sep 2007 18,695 miles

front brake pads getting low

slight oil leak from rear diff

Pass 22 Sep 2006 14,375 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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HY53 EHT is a 2003 Suzuki Vitara in Black with a 1,590cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 HY53 EHT, 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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HY53 EHT is a 2003 Suzuki Vitara, first registered on 23 September 2003.

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