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SH05 KYU

2005 Suzuki Vitara

Black Petrol 1590cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jan 2020
Tests18 (12 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

105,401 mi
Last recorded105,401 miles
Recorded on7 Jan 2019
Typical for 2005 Suzuki Vitara65,318 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSH05 KYU
MakeSuzuki
ModelVitara
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,590cc

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MOT History

12 pass 6 fail
Pass 7 Jan 2019 105,401 miles

Offside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Fail 22 Dec 2018 105,297 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Offside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Dec 2017 98,887 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2016 91,743 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2015 84,531 miles
Fail 14 Dec 2015 84,531 miles

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

Pass 8 Dec 2014 76,862 miles

both front tyres worn on outer edges

Fail 8 Dec 2014 76,862 miles

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

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

both front tyres worn on outer edges

n/s/f brake binding slightly

Pass 16 Dec 2013 69,557 miles

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 2 Jan 2013 62,455 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Pass 29 Dec 2011 54,955 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2010 46,978 miles

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

Pass 18 Dec 2009 41,901 miles
Fail 18 Dec 2009 41,901 miles

Offside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Pass 19 Dec 2008 36,871 miles
Fail 19 Dec 2008 36,871 miles

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

Pass 3 Jan 2008 32,578 miles
Fail 2 Jan 2008 32,572 miles

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

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

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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SH05 KYU is a 2005 Suzuki Vitara in Black with a 1,590cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 SH05 KYU, 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 SH05 KYU registered?

SH05 KYU is a 2005 Suzuki Vitara, first registered on 28 April 2005.

Is SH05 KYU safe to buy?

The MOT history for SH05 KYU 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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