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SB51 EGD

2002 Suzuki Vitara

Green Diesel 1905cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 May 2013
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

89,955 mi
Last recorded89,955 miles
Recorded on27 May 2013
Typical for 2002 Suzuki Vitara68,061 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSB51 EGD
MakeSuzuki
ModelVitara
Year2002
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,905cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Fail 27 May 2013 89,955 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)

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

Nearside Front Front drive shaft damaged (2.5.C.2a)

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

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

Offside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Coolant leak

Nearside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Oil leak

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

front to rear fuel pipes slightly corroded

nearside front wiper blade torn

nearside rear wheel arch has slight corrosion

offside front wiper blade torn

rear bumper insecure (offside)

Pass 26 May 2012 85,931 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

sligth play in steering box

Fail 26 May 2012 85,931 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Front Front suspension locking device ineffective (2.5.A.4)

sligth play in steering box

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 15 Feb 2011 79,035 miles

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

Pass 16 Feb 2010 68,733 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 6 Feb 2009 58,488 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 8 Feb 2008 49,129 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2007 39,941 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2006 33,787 miles
Fail 27 Jan 2006 33,787 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

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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SB51 EGD is a 2002 Suzuki Vitara in Green with a 1,905cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

Across all 2002 Suzuki Vitara models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.7% with a typical mileage of 68,061 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 SB51 EGD, 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 24 years old, this Suzuki Vitara is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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SB51 EGD is a 2002 Suzuki Vitara, first registered on 18 January 2002.

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