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SH08 SDV

2008 Suzuki Vitara

Blue Petrol 1590cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Mar 2021
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

66,995 mi
Last recorded66,995 miles
Recorded on5 Mar 2020
Typical for 2008 Suzuki Vitara63,924 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSH08 SDV
MakeSuzuki
ModelVitara
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,590cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 Mar 2020 66,995 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

windscreen wipers don't park automatically

Fail 5 Mar 2020 66,995 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

windscreen wipers don't park automatically

Pass 16 Feb 2019 63,895 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2018 61,735 miles
Fail 5 Mar 2018 61,735 miles

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

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

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Pass 1 Mar 2017 59,148 miles
Fail 28 Feb 2017 59,148 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

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

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

Offside Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

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

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

Pass 7 Mar 2016 55,228 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2015 54,305 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2014 46,177 miles

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

Pass 12 Aug 2013 37,013 miles

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

Pass 14 May 2012 29,046 miles

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

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Pass 5 May 2011 21,099 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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SH08 SDV is a 2008 Suzuki Vitara in Blue with a 1,590cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

Across all 2008 Suzuki Vitara models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.2% with a typical mileage of 63,924 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 SH08 SDV, 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 18 years old, this Suzuki Vitara is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was SH08 SDV registered?

SH08 SDV is a 2008 Suzuki Vitara, first registered on 14 May 2008.

Is SH08 SDV safe to buy?

The MOT history for SH08 SDV shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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