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PK03 XBR

2003 Suzuki Vitara

Black Petrol 1590cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jun 2019
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

142,645 mi
Last recorded142,645 miles
Recorded on28 Jun 2018
Typical for 2003 Suzuki Vitara65,896 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPK03 XBR
MakeSuzuki
ModelVitara
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,590cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 28 Jun 2018 142,645 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2017 135,155 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Oil leak sump ()

Fail 5 Jun 2017 135,140 miles

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

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Valve stem seriously damaged all valve stems are perished and split (4.1.D.1e)

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

Oil leak sump ()

Pass 28 Jun 2016 132,727 miles

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)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

slight bind at o/s/f/ brake

Fail 15 Jun 2016 132,726 miles

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

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

slight bind at o/s/f/ brake

Pass 22 May 2015 122,251 miles

slight leak at exhaust joint

Fail 19 May 2015 122,251 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

slight leak at exhaust joint

Pass 10 Jun 2014 109,982 miles

engine management light on

exhaust cat flanges corroding

handbrake travel

Fail 14 May 2014 109,355 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Wheel nut(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

exhaust cat flanges corroded

handbrake travel

management light on

Pass 26 Apr 2013 95,776 miles

rear tyres 2mm

Pass 16 May 2012 78,148 miles

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

Pass 20 May 2011 61,982 miles
Pass 24 May 2010 44,944 miles
Pass 14 May 2009 34,636 miles
Pass 8 May 2008 17,503 miles

front tyre treads wearing on outer edges

o/s/r reflector lens broken

Pass 10 May 2007 14,202 miles

offside rear reflector cracked

Pass 17 May 2006 11,126 miles
Fail 15 May 2006 11,126 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

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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PK03 XBR is a 2003 Suzuki Vitara in Black with a 1,590cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 PK03 XBR, 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.

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What year was PK03 XBR registered?

PK03 XBR is a 2003 Suzuki Vitara, first registered on 26 June 2003.

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