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K10 PEL

2003 Suzuki Vitara

Red Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 May 2017
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

95,418 mi
Last recorded95,418 miles
Recorded on11 May 2016
Typical for 2003 Suzuki Vitara65,896 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK10 PEL
MakeSuzuki
ModelVitara
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 May 2016 95,418 miles

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Nearside Rear slight cracking in tyres

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Rear slight cracking in rear tyres

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 3 Mar 2015 91,414 miles

Nearside Rear Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Pass 25 Nov 2013 84,678 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2012 78,540 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2011 71,973 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2010 64,396 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2009 55,747 miles

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

Pass 1 Sep 2008 52,444 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2007 45,308 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2006 38,479 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2005 34,076 miles
Fail 14 Dec 2005 34,007 miles

Rear registration plate obscured (6.3.1d)

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching by more than 10mm within zone 'A' (8.3.1b)

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

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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K10 PEL is a 2003 Suzuki Vitara in Red with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 K10 PEL, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was K10 PEL registered?

K10 PEL is a 2003 Suzuki Vitara, first registered on 1 January 2003.

Is K10 PEL safe to buy?

The MOT history for K10 PEL shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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