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SH12 ETL

2012 Suzuki Vitara

Silver Petrol 1905cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Apr 2026
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

46,364 mi
Last recorded46,364 miles
Recorded on18 May 2026
Typical for 2012 Suzuki Vitara57,002 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSH12 ETL
MakeSuzuki
ModelVitara
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,905cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Fail 18 May 2026 46,364 miles

Rear Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Gearbox mounting defective crossmember corroded

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside and offside track rod ends badly corroded

Pass 16 Apr 2025 42,468 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2024 39,524 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2024 39,524 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 13 Apr 2023 36,842 miles

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

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

Pass 21 Apr 2022 34,287 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2021 32,681 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2020 31,085 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2019 27,604 miles
Fail 17 Apr 2019 27,604 miles

Rear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 26 Apr 2018 24,728 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2017 21,053 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2016 16,594 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2015 13,125 miles

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

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

Pass 20 Apr 2015 13,125 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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SH12 ETL is a 2012 Suzuki Vitara in Silver with a 1,905cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

Across all 2012 Suzuki Vitara models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.4% with a typical mileage of 57,002 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 SH12 ETL, 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 14 years old, this Suzuki Vitara is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was SH12 ETL registered?

SH12 ETL is a 2012 Suzuki Vitara, first registered on 2 May 2012.

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