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KG02 RKE

2002 Suzuki Vitara

Silver Petrol 1590cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Nov 2020
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

100,024 mi
Last recorded100,024 miles
Recorded on25 Apr 2019
Typical for 2002 Suzuki Vitara68,061 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKG02 RKE
MakeSuzuki
ModelVitara
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,590cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 Apr 2019 100,024 miles
Fail 18 Apr 2019 100,023 miles

Nearside Outer Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Nearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Offside Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Offside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 6 Apr 2018 98,032 miles

Nearside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside rear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.6b)

Offside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Rear Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

Pass 22 Apr 2017 95,174 miles

Nearside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Front has cracks in side wall

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear has cracks in side wall

Offside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front has cracks in side wall

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 5 May 2016 90,988 miles

Rear wheel bearings slightly rough

general corrosion under vehicle

Pass 31 Mar 2015 88,856 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2014 87,069 miles

steel brake pipes corroding

Pass 27 Mar 2013 85,534 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2012 83,435 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2011 77,906 miles
Fail 8 Apr 2011 77,905 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 18 May 2010 71,439 miles

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

Oil leak

Pass 28 May 2009 63,902 miles
Pass 23 May 2008 54,483 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 9 May 2007 44,437 miles
Pass 9 May 2006 35,580 miles
Fail 3 May 2006 35,580 miles

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

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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KG02 RKE is a 2002 Suzuki Vitara in Silver with a 1,590cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 KG02 RKE, 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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KG02 RKE is a 2002 Suzuki Vitara, first registered on 30 April 2002.

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