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PT04 TEA

2005 Suzuki Vitara

Beige Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Feb 2027
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

111,227 mi
Last recorded111,227 miles
Recorded on16 Feb 2026
Typical for 2005 Suzuki Vitara65,318 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPT04 TEA
MakeSuzuki
ModelVitara
Year2005
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 16 Feb 2026 111,227 miles

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

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

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

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

sill covers fitted

Pass 5 Feb 2025 109,053 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

sill covers and under trays fitted

Pass 28 Feb 2024 105,988 miles
Fail 28 Feb 2024 105,988 miles

Front Hydraulic fluid leaking excessively (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 26 Feb 2024 105,981 miles

Front Hydraulic fluid leaking excessively (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 5 Feb 2024 105,952 miles

Front Oil leaking continuously from transmission posing a serious risk to road safety (8.4.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 4 May 2023 101,212 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

rear exhaust corroded

Pass 11 May 2022 93,461 miles

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

rear exhaust joint corroded

Pass 17 Jun 2021 85,441 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2020 77,088 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 14 Jun 2019 68,084 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2018 58,540 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2017 50,670 miles
Pass 4 May 2017 50,658 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2016 46,861 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2015 42,847 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2014 38,891 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2012 30,426 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2011 22,325 miles

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

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

front discs patially corroded

Pass 18 Oct 2010 15,606 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2009 12,861 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2008 10,218 miles
Fail 14 Nov 2008 10,218 miles

Steering rack insecure (2.2.B.1a) DANGEROUS

unable to do full steering check due to loose steering rack

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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PT04 TEA is a 2005 Suzuki Vitara in Beige with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.6%.

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 PT04 TEA, 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.

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What year was PT04 TEA registered?

PT04 TEA is a 2005 Suzuki Vitara, first registered on 16 November 2005.

Is PT04 TEA safe to buy?

The MOT history for PT04 TEA shows 23 tests with a 82.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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