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LS55 VZE

2006 Suzuki Vitara

Silver Petrol 1590cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 May 2027
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

109,322 mi
Last recorded109,322 miles
Recorded on15 May 2026
Typical for 2006 Suzuki Vitara70,371 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLS55 VZE
MakeSuzuki
ModelVitara
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,590cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 May 2026 109,322 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material long pipe on rear axle (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 7 May 2026 109,243 miles

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

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material long pipe on rear axle (1.1.11 (c))

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))

Pass 15 May 2025 103,313 miles

Brake fluid close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (ii))

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))

Pass 15 May 2024 98,617 miles

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

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

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

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

both rear inner sills corroded

Pass 10 May 2023 92,252 miles

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

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

Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush both perished (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 11 May 2022 87,950 miles

Front Service brake binding but not excessively both (1.2.1 (f))

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

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

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

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

inner sills corroded

Pass 19 May 2021 83,049 miles

Offside Rear Nail in tyre

chassis and inner sills slightly corroded

front brakes binding

front exhaust joint blow

slight oil leak

suspension bushes perished and worn

Pass 28 May 2020 79,469 miles

both front brakes binding

chassis corroded

front exhaust slight blow

o/s/r tyre has a nail in it

oil leak

suspension bushes worn and perished

Pass 2 May 2019 75,417 miles

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

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

both front brakes binding slightly

chassis corroded

Pass 17 May 2018 72,295 miles

Front exhaust joint well corroded

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Slight bind to front brakes

Some rear suspension arms corroded

Sump corroded

Fail 10 May 2018 72,243 miles

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

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

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

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

Front exhaust joint well corroded

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Slight bind to front brakes

Some rear suspension arms corroded

Sump corroded

Pass 10 May 2017 67,634 miles
Pass 9 May 2016 62,934 miles

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

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

Pass 9 May 2015 58,744 miles

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

Pass 29 Apr 2014 51,867 miles
Pass 23 May 2013 39,474 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2011 22,738 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2010 17,987 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2009 13,853 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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LS55 VZE is a 2006 Suzuki Vitara in Silver with a 1,590cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

Across all 2006 Suzuki Vitara models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.6% with a typical mileage of 70,371 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 LS55 VZE, 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 20 years old, this Suzuki Vitara is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was LS55 VZE registered?

LS55 VZE is a 2006 Suzuki Vitara, first registered on 27 January 2006.

Is LS55 VZE safe to buy?

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