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PE08 FXB

2008 Suzuki Vitara

Grey Petrol 1590cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Jan 2025
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

105,391 mi
Last recorded105,391 miles
Recorded on16 Jan 2024
Typical for 2008 Suzuki Vitara63,924 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPE08 FXB
MakeSuzuki
ModelVitara
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,590cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 16 Jan 2024 105,391 miles

Nearside Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases silencer (6.1.2 (a))

Towbar obstructing the registration plate (6.1.6 (f) (i))

Unable to inspect the sills fully due to the plastic covers

Fail 16 Jan 2024 105,391 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Nearside Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases silencer (6.1.2 (a))

Towbar obstructing the registration plate (6.1.6 (f) (i))

Unable to inspect the sills fully due to the plastic covers

Pass 18 Jan 2023 101,506 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Fuel Pipe/s corroded Front to rear ()

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Towbar obstructing the registration plate (6.1.6 (f) (i))

Unable to inspect the sills fully due to the plastic covers

Pass 21 Jan 2022 97,352 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

The coolant level is low

The engine oil is low

Towbar obstructing the registration plate (6.1.6 (f) (i))

Pass 19 Jan 2021 93,428 miles

Exhaust mounting defective On rear tailpipe (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Rear box deteriorating

Rear tailpipe holed

Pass 21 Jan 2020 90,513 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Towbar obstructing the registration plate (6.1.6 (f) (i))

Rear silencer poor condition

Pass 1 Feb 2019 81,770 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Fail 2 Jan 2019 81,765 miles

Nearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded To flexi (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded To flexi (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Service brake grabbing severely Both (1.2.1 (c))

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 30 Oct 2018 81,384 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2017 75,498 miles

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

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

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

engine mal light on

Pass 19 Oct 2016 68,919 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 12 Oct 2015 62,877 miles

Front wiper blades slightly split

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 29 Oct 2014 57,106 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 29 Oct 2013 50,957 miles
Fail 29 Oct 2013 50,957 miles

Centre Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

registration plate obscured (6.3.1d)

Pass 31 Oct 2012 45,029 miles
Fail 31 Oct 2012 45,029 miles

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

Pass 8 Nov 2011 37,254 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2011 31,391 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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PE08 FXB is a 2008 Suzuki Vitara in Grey with a 1,590cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

Across all 2008 Suzuki Vitara models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.2% with a typical mileage of 63,924 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 PE08 FXB, 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 18 years old, this Suzuki Vitara is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was PE08 FXB registered?

PE08 FXB is a 2008 Suzuki Vitara, first registered on 1 March 2008.

Is PE08 FXB safe to buy?

The MOT history for PE08 FXB shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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