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LJ51 MHV

2001 Suzuki Vitara

Silver Petrol 1590cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Sep 2023
Tests22 (16 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

82,186 mi
Last recorded82,186 miles
Recorded on13 Sep 2022
Typical for 2001 Suzuki Vitara71,636 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ51 MHV
MakeSuzuki
ModelVitara
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,590cc

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MOT History

16 pass 6 fail
Pass 13 Sep 2022 82,186 miles

Nearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear [mounted on offside] (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

sill covers fitted, not allowing a full inspection of outer sills

Pass 21 Sep 2021 78,467 miles

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 20 Sep 2021 78,464 miles

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective dull (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp reflector slightly defective dull (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 18 Sep 2020 74,968 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

front tyres wearing on edges

Pass 20 Sep 2019 71,506 miles

all susension bushes cracking

corrosion on inner sill/floorpans

Pass 17 Sep 2018 68,018 miles

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

signs of corrosion on floorpan/sills

suspension bushes starting to perish

Pass 4 Sep 2017 63,855 miles

BRAKE HOSE FERRULES CORRODED

FRONT BRAKE PADS LOW

HEAD LAMP LENSES ARE IN POOR CONDITION

OIL LEAKS

SLIGHT FRONT BRAKE JUDDER

SSUSPENSION BUSHES AND GAITORS ARE PERISHING

SURFACE CORROSION TO CHASSIS AND FLOORS,SILLS,ETC

Fail 1 Sep 2017 63,823 miles

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

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

BRAKE HOSE FERRULES CORRODED

FRONT BRAKE PADS LOW

HEAD LAMP LENSES ARE IN POOR CONDITION

OIL LEAKS

SLIGHT FRONT BRAKE JUDDER

SSUSPENSION BUSHES AND GAITORS ARE PERISHING

SURFACE CORROSION TO CHASSIS AND FLOORS,SILLS,ETC

Pass 8 Sep 2016 57,962 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2015 50,823 miles

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

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

offside & nearside upper section of headlamp lens slightly discoloured

Fail 4 Sep 2015 50,719 miles

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

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

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

brake fluid level slightly low in reservoir

offside & nearside upper section of headlamp lens slightly discoloured

Pass 8 Sep 2014 41,972 miles
Fail 8 Sep 2014 41,972 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Pass 29 May 2013 41,951 miles
Fail 22 May 2013 41,951 miles

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

Nearside rear brake grabbing severely (3.7.A.5b)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

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

Offside rear brake grabbing severely (3.7.A.5b)

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

battery insercure

Pass 9 Sep 2011 38,027 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2010 32,998 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2009 30,447 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2008 27,176 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2007 23,825 miles

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

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

Pass 5 Oct 2006 21,263 miles
Fail 3 Oct 2006 21,263 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.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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LJ51 MHV is a 2001 Suzuki Vitara in Silver with a 1,590cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 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 LJ51 MHV, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was LJ51 MHV registered?

LJ51 MHV is a 2001 Suzuki Vitara, first registered on 26 September 2001.

Is LJ51 MHV safe to buy?

The MOT history for LJ51 MHV shows 22 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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