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LJ52 YSL

2002 Suzuki Vitara

Black Petrol 1590cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Nov 2023
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

66,036 mi
Last recorded66,036 miles
Recorded on5 Nov 2022
Typical for 2002 Suzuki Vitara68,061 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ52 YSL
MakeSuzuki
ModelVitara
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,590cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Nov 2022 66,036 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

both sill lips damaged

reversing light lens damaged

Fail 4 Nov 2022 66,030 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

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

Nearside Front Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator lens defective such that the emitted light is adversely affected (4.4.1 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Registration plate lamp missing in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

both sill lips damaged

Pass 5 Nov 2021 54,049 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2019 54,028 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2018 53,774 miles

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

Pass 30 Aug 2017 53,196 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2016 52,602 miles

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

Offside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Pass 25 Feb 2015 51,207 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2014 50,149 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2012 48,862 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2011 45,283 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2010 41,649 miles

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

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 2 Mar 2009 38,298 miles

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

Pass 28 Feb 2008 35,454 miles
Fail 28 Feb 2008 35,454 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear 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)

Pass 2 Jan 2007 36,766 miles
Pass 28 Dec 2005 24,035 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 YSL is a 2002 Suzuki Vitara in Black with a 1,590cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 YSL, 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 YSL registered?

LJ52 YSL is a 2002 Suzuki Vitara, first registered on 27 September 2002.

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