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SB55 KNJ

2005 Suzuki Vitara

Beige Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Oct 2022
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

85,245 mi
Last recorded85,245 miles
Recorded on12 Oct 2021
Typical for 2005 Suzuki Vitara65,318 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSB55 KNJ
MakeSuzuki
ModelVitara
Year2005
ColourBeige
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 12 Oct 2021 85,245 miles

Nearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Centre body mount (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

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

Fail 11 Oct 2021 85,245 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Cross member / lower arm mounting holed (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Front Windscreen wiper blade defective Both sides (3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Centre body mount (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

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

Pass 13 Oct 2020 82,944 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material brake pipe across the rear axle (1.1.11 (c))

surface corrosion on under body of vehicle

Pass 10 Sep 2019 78,597 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2018 76,448 miles

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

Rear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test folded down ()

under body corrosion in places

Fail 11 Sep 2018 76,448 miles

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

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test folded down ()

under body corrosion in places

Pass 21 Sep 2017 70,287 miles

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

under body corrosion in places

Fail 21 Sep 2017 70,287 miles

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

under body corrosion in places

Pass 15 Sep 2016 62,902 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2015 60,770 miles
Fail 4 Dec 2015 60,770 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick causing a inbalance of 32% (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush d bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement handbrake low effort (3.5.1k)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush d bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 8 Dec 2014 55,517 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2013 48,733 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2012 40,534 miles

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

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

Oil leak

Pass 21 Nov 2011 34,395 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 13 Dec 2010 28,113 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 1 Dec 2009 21,519 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 12 Dec 2008 17,231 miles

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

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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SB55 KNJ is a 2005 Suzuki Vitara in Beige with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 SB55 KNJ, 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 SB55 KNJ registered?

SB55 KNJ is a 2005 Suzuki Vitara, first registered on 16 December 2005.

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