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L801 RYD

2001 Suzuki Vitara

Red Petrol 1590cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Nov 2019
Tests22 (13 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate59.1%

Mileage

148,862 mi
Last recorded148,862 miles
Recorded on27 Nov 2018
Typical for 2001 Suzuki Vitara71,636 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL801 RYD
MakeSuzuki
ModelVitara
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,590cc

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MOT History

13 pass 9 fail
Pass 27 Nov 2018 148,862 miles

BOOT FLOOR PAN HAS COROSION VISIBLE

Central BODY MOUNTS CORRODED

Rear BODY MOUNTS CORRODED

Rear METAL FUEL PIPES HAVE SURFACE COROSION

Pass 7 Nov 2017 142,686 miles

Nearside Body has slight corrosion central body mount (6.1.B.2)

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

Offside Body has slight corrosion central body mount (6.1.B.2)

Pass 4 Nov 2016 138,634 miles

Offside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive arch (2.4.A.3)

fuel pipes corroded

Fail 3 Nov 2016 138,634 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive arch (2.4.A.3)

fuel pipes corroded

Pass 19 Nov 2015 138,631 miles

fuel pipes slightly corroded

rear chassis slightly corroded

Fail 19 Nov 2015 138,631 miles

Front registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

fuel pipes slightly corroded

rear chassis slightly corroded

Pass 25 Nov 2014 138,950 miles

rear tyres deterated due to age

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

fuel lines and fuel fillter corroded

Pass 21 Nov 2013 138,186 miles
Fail 20 Nov 2013 138,186 miles

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

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 28 Nov 2012 136,862 miles
Fail 28 Nov 2012 136,862 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 29 Nov 2011 134,652 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

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

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

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Fail 28 Nov 2011 134,652 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

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

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

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Pass 29 Nov 2010 130,393 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2009 128,835 miles
Fail 27 Nov 2009 128,835 miles

Centre Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 24 Nov 2008 121,634 miles

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

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

vehicle very muddy underneath

Fail 20 Nov 2008 121,634 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim not tested (1.8.A.1c)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

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

vehicle very muddy underneath

Fail 21 Nov 2007 114,049 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 21 Nov 2007 114,049 miles

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

Pass 24 Nov 2006 107,867 miles
Fail 23 Nov 2006 107,867 miles

Centre Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Front registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)

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

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

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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L801 RYD is a 2001 Suzuki Vitara in Red with a 1,590cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 59.1%.

Across all 2001 Suzuki Vitara models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.9% with a typical mileage of 71,636 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 L801 RYD, 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 25 years old, this Suzuki Vitara is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was L801 RYD registered?

L801 RYD is a 2001 Suzuki Vitara, first registered on 24 May 2001.

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