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PK55 KWX

2005 Suzuki Vitara

Grey Petrol 1590cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Feb 2026
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

79,109 mi
Last recorded79,109 miles
Recorded on14 Feb 2025
Typical for 2005 Suzuki Vitara65,318 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPK55 KWX
MakeSuzuki
ModelVitara
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,590cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 Feb 2025 79,109 miles

General suspension components front to rear corroded

Pass 22 Feb 2024 76,115 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2023 70,811 miles
Fail 22 Feb 2023 70,807 miles

Emissions unable to be completed condition of exhaust system (8.2.1.2 (d))

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Power steering fluid level below minimum (2.1.5 (b) (i))

Pass 21 Feb 2022 67,883 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2021 64,301 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Feb 2020 62,357 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2019 58,066 miles
Fail 13 Feb 2019 58,064 miles

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

Nearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 6 Feb 2018 52,883 miles

front and rear subframe and suspension arms / rear chassis rails / fuel tank straps - corroding

Pass 7 Feb 2017 47,823 miles

front subframe and suspension arms - corroded

rear subframe / suspension arms / chassis rails / fuel tank straps - corroded

Pass 12 Feb 2016 44,686 miles
Fail 11 Feb 2016 44,686 miles

Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 16 Feb 2015 42,104 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 12 Feb 2014 39,617 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Pass 25 Feb 2013 32,061 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2012 29,295 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Pass 31 Mar 2012 26,927 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2011 22,412 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2009 17,539 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2008 12,230 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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PK55 KWX is a 2005 Suzuki Vitara in Grey with a 1,590cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 2005 Suzuki Vitara models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.6% with a typical mileage of 65,318 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 PK55 KWX, 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 21 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 PK55 KWX registered?

PK55 KWX is a 2005 Suzuki Vitara, first registered on 20 October 2005.

Is PK55 KWX safe to buy?

The MOT history for PK55 KWX shows 21 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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