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MK05 TZE

2005 Suzuki Vitara

Blue Petrol 1590cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jul 2024
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

84,276 mi
Last recorded84,276 miles
Recorded on8 Jul 2023
Typical for 2005 Suzuki Vitara65,318 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMK05 TZE
MakeSuzuki
ModelVitara
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,590cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 8 Jul 2023 84,276 miles
Fail 8 Jul 2023 84,276 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 30 Dec 2021 81,251 miles
Fail 30 Dec 2021 81,251 miles

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

Pass 29 Jan 2021 78,495 miles

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

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

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 14 Jan 2020 74,569 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2019 63,369 miles
Fail 19 Jan 2019 63,368 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing CORRODED (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 22 Jan 2018 53,579 miles

Body has slight corrosion front mounts (6.1.B.2)

Tyre worn close to the legal limit both fronts (4.1.E.1)

Pass 23 Jan 2017 45,858 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2016 35,563 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2015 27,188 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)

general corrosion to underside

Pass 7 Feb 2014 25,255 miles

Oil leak

underside corrosion

Pass 13 Feb 2013 23,122 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2012 20,374 miles
Fail 28 Feb 2012 20,373 miles

Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 1 Mar 2011 17,061 miles

INSIDE FACE OF BOTH FRONT BRAKE DISCS CORRODING

Pass 18 Feb 2010 14,057 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2009 11,270 miles
Pass 29 Feb 2008 9,001 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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MK05 TZE is a 2005 Suzuki Vitara in Blue with a 1,590cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2005 Suzuki Vitara models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.6% with a typical mileage of 65,318 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 MK05 TZE, 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 21 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 MK05 TZE registered?

MK05 TZE is a 2005 Suzuki Vitara, first registered on 1 March 2005.

Is MK05 TZE safe to buy?

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