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MT51 VGD

2001 Suzuki Vitara

Green Diesel 1905cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Mar 2016
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

147,471 mi
Last recorded147,471 miles
Recorded on17 Mar 2015
Typical for 2001 Suzuki Vitara71,636 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMT51 VGD
MakeSuzuki
ModelVitara
Year2001
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,905cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Mar 2015 147,471 miles

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

Pass 3 Mar 2014 139,941 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2013 132,705 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Parking brake on just met required efficiency

nearside inner front drive shaft gaiter split

Fail 12 Feb 2013 132,704 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Offside Front Brake hose excessively damaged (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Offside Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

nearside inner front drive shaft gaiter split

Pass 24 Feb 2012 127,952 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2011 126,062 miles

n/s front wheel bearing has slight play

Pass 26 Feb 2010 123,201 miles

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

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

Pass 6 Mar 2009 122,755 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2007 113,065 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2006 102,379 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2005 90,998 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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MT51 VGD is a 2001 Suzuki Vitara in Green with a 1,905cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

Across all 2001 Suzuki Vitara models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.9% with a typical mileage of 71,636 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 MT51 VGD, 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 25 years old, this Suzuki Vitara is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was MT51 VGD registered?

MT51 VGD is a 2001 Suzuki Vitara, first registered on 6 December 2001.

Is MT51 VGD safe to buy?

The MOT history for MT51 VGD shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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