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PJ03 VTA

2003 Suzuki Vitara

Blue Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 May 2015
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

72,202 mi
Last recorded72,202 miles
Recorded on20 May 2014
Typical for 2003 Suzuki Vitara65,896 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPJ03 VTA
MakeSuzuki
ModelVitara
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 May 2014 72,202 miles
Pass 21 May 2013 70,453 miles
Fail 20 May 2013 70,453 miles

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

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 22 May 2012 67,161 miles

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

Fail 20 May 2011 65,629 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

front brake pads getting low

Pass 20 May 2011 65,629 miles

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

front brake pads getting low

Pass 28 May 2010 61,918 miles
Pass 15 May 2009 55,230 miles

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

Pass 15 May 2008 48,075 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2007 39,633 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2006 30,671 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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PJ03 VTA is a 2003 Suzuki Vitara in Blue with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 2003 Suzuki Vitara models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.4% with a typical mileage of 65,896 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 PJ03 VTA, 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 23 years old, this Suzuki Vitara is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was PJ03 VTA registered?

PJ03 VTA is a 2003 Suzuki Vitara, first registered on 25 April 2003.

Is PJ03 VTA safe to buy?

The MOT history for PJ03 VTA shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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