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MR53 BAR

2009 Suzuki Vitara

Grey Petrol 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jul 2025
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

87,374 mi
Last recorded87,374 miles
Recorded on28 Jun 2024
Typical for 2009 Suzuki Vitara65,822 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMR53 BAR
MakeSuzuki
ModelVitara
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Jun 2024 87,374 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 13 Jul 2023 85,279 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2022 82,919 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2021 80,965 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2020 78,791 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 17 Jul 2020 78,791 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements both [spacing wrong] (0.1 (d))

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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MR53 BAR is a 2009 Suzuki Vitara in Grey with a 1,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 2009 Suzuki Vitara models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.1% with a typical mileage of 65,822 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 MR53 BAR, 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 17 years old, this Suzuki Vitara is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was MR53 BAR registered?

MR53 BAR is a 2009 Suzuki Vitara, first registered on 30 September 2009.

Is MR53 BAR safe to buy?

The MOT history for MR53 BAR shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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