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R23 DOG

2001 Suzuki Vitara

White Petrol 1590cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Jul 2027
Tests24 (21 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

44,345 mi
Last recorded44,345 miles
Recorded on13 Jul 2026
Typical for 2001 Suzuki Vitara71,636 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR23 DOG
MakeSuzuki
ModelVitara
Year2001
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,590cc

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MOT History

21 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Jul 2026 44,345 miles

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

Pass 9 Jul 2025 37,431 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2024 34,255 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2023 31,395 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2022 28,990 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2021 28,809 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

auxiliary drive belt in poor condition

Pass 22 Sep 2020 27,700 miles
Pass 28 May 2019 27,574 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2018 26,905 miles
Pass 31 May 2017 26,305 miles
Pass 26 May 2016 25,592 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2015 24,478 miles

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

Fail 20 May 2014 23,172 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 20 May 2014 23,172 miles
Pass 30 May 2013 21,889 miles

o/s/f tyre on limit

Fail 28 May 2013 21,889 miles

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

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

o/s/f tyre on limit

Pass 29 May 2012 19,357 miles
Pass 26 May 2011 17,074 miles
Fail 28 May 2010 14,903 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 28 May 2010 14,903 miles
Pass 14 May 2009 13,506 miles
Pass 14 May 2008 11,877 miles
Pass 31 May 2007 10,263 miles
Pass 25 May 2006 9,236 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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R23 DOG is a 2001 Suzuki Vitara in White with a 1,590cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 2001 Suzuki Vitara models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.9% with a typical mileage of 71,636 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 R23 DOG, 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 25 years old, this Suzuki Vitara is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was R23 DOG registered?

R23 DOG is a 2001 Suzuki Vitara, first registered on 1 June 2001.

Is R23 DOG safe to buy?

The MOT history for R23 DOG shows 24 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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