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LC03 HKX

2003 Suzuki Vitara

Red Petrol 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Aug 2025
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

62,465 mi
Last recorded62,465 miles
Recorded on23 Aug 2024
Typical for 2003 Suzuki Vitara65,896 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLC03 HKX
MakeSuzuki
ModelVitara
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Aug 2024 62,465 miles

tail gate handle damaged but still can be opened

Fail 21 Aug 2024 62,463 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Oil leaking excessively from engine oil filter leaking (8.4.1 (a) (i))

tail gate handle damaged but still can be opened

Pass 27 Jul 2022 48,094 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive rear seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Jun 2021 34,750 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 21 Jun 2017 33,693 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2016 32,558 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2015 31,595 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2014 30,586 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2013 30,017 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2012
Fail 9 Jul 2012 29,398 miles

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

Pass 12 Jul 2011 28,911 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2010 27,620 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2009 26,582 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2008 24,869 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2007 23,264 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2006 21,184 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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LC03 HKX is a 2003 Suzuki Vitara in Red with a 1,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 LC03 HKX, 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.

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What year was LC03 HKX registered?

LC03 HKX is a 2003 Suzuki Vitara, first registered on 29 April 2003.

Is LC03 HKX safe to buy?

The MOT history for LC03 HKX shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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