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SD51 OHG

2001 Suzuki Vitara

Black Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Oct 2018
Tests18 (12 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

123,937 mi
Last recorded123,937 miles
Recorded on13 Oct 2017
Typical for 2001 Suzuki Vitara71,636 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSD51 OHG
MakeSuzuki
ModelVitara
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

12 pass 6 fail
Pass 13 Oct 2017 123,937 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2016 118,686 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2014 108,741 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2013 105,001 miles

Tow ball/hitch not fitted at time of test

freeplay on handbrake could be adjusted

slight corrosion on fuel pipes

slight corrosion on rear brake pipe from flexi

Fail 29 Nov 2013 104,884 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Tow ball/hitch not fitted at time of test

freeplay on handbrake could be adjusted

slight bin d n/s/f brake

slight corrosion on fuel pipes

slight corrosion on rear brake pipe from flexi

Pass 3 Dec 2012 99,385 miles

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Fail 30 Nov 2012 99,385 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 15 Nov 2011 88,446 miles
Fail 10 Nov 2011 88,440 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3) DANGEROUS

Pass 30 Nov 2010 79,409 miles
Fail 29 Nov 2010 79,403 miles

Nearside Front Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Pass 30 Nov 2009 70,931 miles

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

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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)

Pass 4 Dec 2008 60,682 miles
Fail 2 Dec 2008 60,625 miles

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

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

Pass 26 Nov 2007 46,216 miles

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

Fail 21 Sep 2007 46,203 miles

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 15 Nov 2006 39,513 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2005 28,751 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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SD51 OHG is a 2001 Suzuki Vitara in Black with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 SD51 OHG, 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 SD51 OHG registered?

SD51 OHG is a 2001 Suzuki Vitara, first registered on 4 December 2001.

Is SD51 OHG safe to buy?

The MOT history for SD51 OHG shows 18 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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