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PK53 HYB

2003 Suzuki Vitara

Blue Petrol 1905cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jul 2026
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

Typical for 2003 Suzuki Vitara65,896 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPK53 HYB
MakeSuzuki
ModelVitara
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,905cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Jul 2025

All suspension components corroded

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All (1.1.11 (c))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Wheel bearing has slight play Both front (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Nov 2023 83,107 miles

Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

exhaust system deteriorated

park brake needs adjustment

Pass 7 Nov 2022 78,106 miles

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

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

exhaust system

nearside sill damaged

Pass 16 Oct 2021

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

underbody corrosion

Fail 16 Oct 2021

Nearside Rear Position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))

Offside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

underbody corrosion

Pass 30 Sep 2020 75,623 miles

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

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 8 Dec 2018 69,382 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2017 67,381 miles

Front Front wheel bearing has slight play n/s and o/s (2.5.A.3c)

Rear Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 6 Oct 2016 61,498 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2015 57,172 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2014 53,276 miles

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

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

Pass 9 Oct 2013 49,407 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2012 44,789 miles

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

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

Pass 6 Oct 2011 39,531 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2010 35,333 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2009 31,120 miles

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

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

Pass 2 Oct 2008 27,412 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2007 21,564 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2006 14,360 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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PK53 HYB is a 2003 Suzuki Vitara in Blue with a 1,905cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

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 PK53 HYB, 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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PK53 HYB is a 2003 Suzuki Vitara, first registered on 30 September 2003.

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