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SF51 AXH

2001 Suzuki Vitara

Black Petrol 1590cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Oct 2012
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

77,982 mi
Last recorded77,982 miles
Recorded on28 Oct 2011
Typical for 2001 Suzuki Vitara71,636 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSF51 AXH
MakeSuzuki
ModelVitara
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,590cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Oct 2011 77,982 miles

Fuel pipes corroded front to rear

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

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

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Fail 22 Oct 2010 48,711 miles

Steering column universal joint is excessively deteriorated (2.1.5)

Pass 22 Oct 2010 48,711 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2009 68,526 miles
Fail 26 Oct 2009 68,444 miles

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

Nail in rear tyre

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

Pass 27 Oct 2008 61,901 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2007 57,100 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2006 46,346 miles
Fail 1 Dec 2006 46,346 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 21 Oct 2005 33,197 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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SF51 AXH is a 2001 Suzuki Vitara in Black with a 1,590cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 SF51 AXH, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of SF51 AXH?

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What year was SF51 AXH registered?

SF51 AXH is a 2001 Suzuki Vitara, first registered on 6 September 2001.

Is SF51 AXH safe to buy?

The MOT history for SF51 AXH shows 10 tests with a 70% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does SF51 AXH have outstanding finance?

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