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LA02 DKU

2002 Suzuki Vitara

Silver Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Oct 2023
Tests22 (17 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate77.3%

Mileage

75,534 mi
Last recorded75,534 miles
Recorded on24 Oct 2022
Typical for 2002 Suzuki Vitara68,061 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLA02 DKU
MakeSuzuki
ModelVitara
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

17 pass 5 fail
Pass 24 Oct 2022 75,534 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2021 73,193 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2020 72,372 miles
Fail 11 Dec 2020 72,363 miles

Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.1.1 (b))

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

Offside Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Jul 2019 70,495 miles

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

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

Fail 1 Jul 2019 70,495 miles

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

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 12 Jul 2018 66,488 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2017 63,425 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2016 60,437 miles
Fail 11 Jul 2016 60,437 miles

Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (1.1.C.1a)

Pass 19 Jun 2015 57,135 miles

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

Pass 20 Jun 2014 55,262 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2014 55,262 miles

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

Pass 27 Jun 2013 60,924 miles
Pass 30 May 2012 46,645 miles
Fail 30 May 2012 46,645 miles

Offside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Pass 13 May 2011 39,702 miles

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

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

Pass 21 May 2010 33,358 miles
Pass 18 May 2009 37,854 miles
Pass 12 May 2008 23,825 miles
Pass 22 May 2007 18,688 miles

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

Pass 13 Oct 2005 11,332 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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LA02 DKU is a 2002 Suzuki Vitara in Silver with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.3%.

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 LA02 DKU, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of LA02 DKU?

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What year was LA02 DKU registered?

LA02 DKU is a 2002 Suzuki Vitara, first registered on 24 July 2002.

Is LA02 DKU safe to buy?

The MOT history for LA02 DKU shows 22 tests with a 77.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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