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NG51 FVM

2001 Suzuki Vitara

Green Diesel 1905cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Nov 2014
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

86,013 mi
Last recorded86,013 miles
Recorded on6 Nov 2013
Typical for 2001 Suzuki Vitara71,636 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNG51 FVM
MakeSuzuki
ModelVitara
Year2001
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,905cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Nov 2013 86,013 miles

Nearside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Nearside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

sill slightly corrodded

Pass 3 Oct 2012 84,172 miles

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 3 Oct 2011 80,520 miles

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

Pass 8 Oct 2010 76,085 miles

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Fail 30 Sep 2010 76,080 miles

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f) DANGEROUS

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Pass 22 Oct 2009 71,901 miles

front to rear metal fuel pipes corroded

offside front tyre worn on edge of tread

offside outer sill starting to corrode

Pass 19 Jan 2009 67,048 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2008 60,575 miles

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

metal brake pipe corroded at compensator

metal fuel pipe corroded near tank

offside front disc back plate corroded

offside front door check strap broken

offside front flexi hose ferrule corroded

Fail 11 Jan 2008 60,575 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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

metal brake pipe corroded at compensator

metal fuel pipe corroded near tank

offside front disc back plate corroded

offside front door check strap broken

offside front flexi hose ferrule corroded

Pass 23 Jan 2007 53,202 miles
Fail 23 Jan 2007 53,202 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

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

Pass 12 Jan 2006 44,110 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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NG51 FVM is a 2001 Suzuki Vitara in Green with a 1,905cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 NG51 FVM, 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 NG51 FVM registered?

NG51 FVM is a 2001 Suzuki Vitara, first registered on 18 December 2001.

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