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KC02 VWS

2002 Suzuki Vitara

Black Petrol 1590cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Oct 2019
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

125,226 mi
Last recorded125,226 miles
Recorded on15 Oct 2018
Typical for 2002 Suzuki Vitara68,061 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKC02 VWS
MakeSuzuki
ModelVitara
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,590cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 15 Oct 2018 125,226 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect rear (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 15 Oct 2018 125,226 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 19 Oct 2017 120,718 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2016 115,162 miles

Oil leak ()

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded (2.3.2)

slight corrosion on inner sills and floor

Fail 17 Oct 2016 115,155 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded x2 on axle (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported hanger (7.1.1)

Oil leak ()

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded (2.3.2)

slight corrosion on inner sills and floor

Pass 20 Oct 2015 108,120 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2013 108,097 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2013 108,097 miles

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

Pass 27 Jan 2012 107,019 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2011 93,960 miles

nearside front inner steering arm slight play

Pass 28 Jan 2010 83,100 miles
Fail 28 Jan 2010 83,100 miles

Front registration plate missing (6.3.1a)

Offside Front Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 21 May 2009 71,895 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2008 55,090 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2007 47,730 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2006 39,047 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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KC02 VWS is a 2002 Suzuki Vitara in Black with a 1,590cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 KC02 VWS, 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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What year was KC02 VWS registered?

KC02 VWS is a 2002 Suzuki Vitara, first registered on 29 June 2002.

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The MOT history for KC02 VWS shows 16 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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