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J80 PPA

2009 Suzuki Vitara

Grey Petrol 1590cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Sep 2026
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

69,987 mi
Last recorded69,987 miles
Recorded on21 Aug 2025
Typical for 2009 Suzuki Vitara65,822 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ80 PPA
MakeSuzuki
ModelVitara
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,590cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 21 Aug 2025 69,987 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2024 64,603 miles

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

Fuel Pipe/s corroded all fuel pipes from tank heavily corroded ()

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material covered in grease (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush perished (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material rear to front pipe corroded (1.1.11 (c))

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

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 6 Aug 2024 64,603 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded rear to front pipe (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed exposed outer edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed heavily perished to cords (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Fuel Pipe/s corroded all fuel pipes from tank heavily corroded ()

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material covered in grease (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush perished (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material rear to front pipe corroded (1.1.11 (c))

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

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 15 Aug 2023 58,990 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2022 53,793 miles

Offside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material main chassis pipe to flexi ,corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 23 Aug 2021 48,242 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 29 Aug 2020 44,038 miles
Fail 29 Aug 2020 44,038 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 31 Aug 2019 40,179 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

Pass 1 Sep 2018 36,835 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2017 32,375 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2016 28,605 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2015 23,987 miles

engine cover fitted obscuring major engine components

Pass 20 Aug 2015 23,956 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2014 21,949 miles

Both Front Tyres Sidewall Cracking And Perishing

Fail 31 Jul 2014 21,949 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Both Front Tyres Sidewall Cracking And Perishing

Pass 1 Aug 2013 20,113 miles
Fail 1 Aug 2013 20,113 miles

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 6 Aug 2012 18,710 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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J80 PPA is a 2009 Suzuki Vitara in Grey with a 1,590cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

Across all 2009 Suzuki Vitara models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.1% with a typical mileage of 65,822 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 J80 PPA, 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 17 years old, this Suzuki Vitara is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was J80 PPA registered?

J80 PPA is a 2009 Suzuki Vitara, first registered on 26 September 2009.

Is J80 PPA safe to buy?

The MOT history for J80 PPA shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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