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LJ51 VDG

2001 Suzuki Vitara

Silver Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 May 2027
Tests28 (21 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

109,117 mi
Last recorded109,117 miles
Recorded on15 May 2026
Typical for 2001 Suzuki Vitara71,636 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ51 VDG
MakeSuzuki
ModelVitara
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

21 pass 7 fail
Pass 15 May 2026 109,117 miles

Central Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Front Headlamp lens slightly defective Both head lights (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Nearside Rear Exhaust tail pipe missing

Pass 16 May 2025 103,723 miles

Nearside Rear Exhaust tail pipe missing

Fail 16 May 2025 103,723 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively Fitted 450mm blade (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Exhaust tail pipe missing

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively Fitted 475mm blade (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 10 May 2024 99,838 miles

Central Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 26 Apr 2023 94,421 miles

Central Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Fail 26 Apr 2023 94,421 miles

Offside Front Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Central Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 1 Apr 2022 90,047 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2021 87,077 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2021 87,077 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Jun 2020 85,485 miles

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge BOTH front tyres worn outer edges (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 26 Jun 2019 83,893 miles

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge BOTH front tyres worn outer edges (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 26 Jun 2019 83,893 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge BOTH front tyres worn outer edges (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 6 Jul 2018 82,757 miles

nearside front tyre worn on edge

Pass 29 Jun 2017 81,207 miles

both front tyres just starting to wear on outer edges

Pass 28 Jun 2016 79,893 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2015 79,155 miles
Fail 9 Jul 2015 79,155 miles

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

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

Fail 22 Jul 2014 78,307 miles

Offside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 22 Jul 2014 78,307 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2013 77,274 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2012 74,923 miles

Oil leak

Pass 23 Jun 2011 71,875 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2010 68,757 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2009 63,294 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2008 57,885 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2008 57,885 miles

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

Pass 25 Jul 2007 52,719 miles

OFFSIDE FRONT TYRE TREAD ON 3.5 MM BUT IS WEARING ON INNER TREAD †RECOMMEND TRACKING

Pass 30 May 2006 43,187 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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LJ51 VDG is a 2001 Suzuki Vitara in Silver with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 28 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 VDG, 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 LJ51 VDG registered?

LJ51 VDG is a 2001 Suzuki Vitara, first registered on 4 September 2001.

Is LJ51 VDG safe to buy?

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