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MM05 ZXZ

2005 Suzuki Vitara

Black Petrol 1905cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Dec 2023
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

102,611 mi
Last recorded102,611 miles
Recorded on16 Dec 2022
Typical for 2005 Suzuki Vitara65,318 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMM05 ZXZ
MakeSuzuki
ModelVitara
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,905cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 16 Dec 2022 102,611 miles

Nearside Rear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Fail 16 Dec 2022 102,611 miles

Nearside Rear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))

Pass 1 Nov 2021 96,702 miles
Fail 27 Oct 2021 96,701 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle 35% (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Oil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Nov 2020 92,442 miles
Fail 18 Nov 2020 92,441 miles

Nearside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced front cross member corroded at joint with chassis and were suspension fixes (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Offside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced front cross member corroded were it meets chassis and were suspension mounts (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Pass 16 May 2019 82,645 miles
Fail 15 May 2019 82,645 miles

Emissions not tested Lander sensor too high due to exhaust blow (8.2.1.2 (d))

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

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

Offside Front All position lamps not working (4.2.1 (a))

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

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

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

Pass 10 May 2018 74,118 miles

Offside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

Fail 9 May 2018 74,114 miles

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

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

Offside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

Pass 24 May 2017 65,474 miles

Offside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed drivers (5.2.2b)

Pass 26 May 2016 60,080 miles

Offside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed drivers (5.2.2b)

Pass 28 May 2015 52,589 miles
Pass 12 May 2014 44,789 miles
Pass 21 May 2013 35,846 miles
Pass 17 May 2012 28,321 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2011 24,397 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2010 19,700 miles

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

Nail in offside rear tyre

Pass 14 Apr 2009 14,364 miles

nearside rear spare wheel fitted

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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MM05 ZXZ is a 2005 Suzuki Vitara in Black with a 1,905cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 MM05 ZXZ, 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.

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What year was MM05 ZXZ registered?

MM05 ZXZ is a 2005 Suzuki Vitara, first registered on 25 July 2005.

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