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LJ52 DBY

2002 Suzuki Vitara

Red Petrol 1590cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jan 2019
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

141,826 mi
Last recorded141,826 miles
Recorded on9 Jan 2018
Typical for 2002 Suzuki Vitara68,061 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ52 DBY
MakeSuzuki
ModelVitara
Year2002
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,590cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 9 Jan 2018 141,826 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 11 Jan 2017 132,903 miles
Fail 9 Jan 2017 132,903 miles

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

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

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

Rear Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)

Pass 6 Jan 2016 124,805 miles

all metal brake pipes corroded

Pass 12 Jan 2015 114,665 miles
Fail 15 Jan 2014 108,204 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Oil leak

Pass 15 Jan 2014 108,204 miles

Oil leak

Pass 8 Jan 2013 95,893 miles

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

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

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

Fail 8 Jan 2013 95,893 miles

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

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

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

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

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

Pass 11 Jan 2012 90,343 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2011 79,583 miles
Fail 8 Jan 2010 70,735 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 8 Jan 2010 70,735 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2009 60,066 miles

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

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

Pass 23 Jan 2008 50,983 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)

front brake pads appear approx 75% worn.

Pass 18 Jan 2007 43,910 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2005 35,724 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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LJ52 DBY is a 2002 Suzuki Vitara in Red with a 1,590cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 LJ52 DBY, 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.

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What year was LJ52 DBY registered?

LJ52 DBY is a 2002 Suzuki Vitara, first registered on 25 September 2002.

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