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SJ02 EOV

2002 Suzuki Vitara

Green Petrol 1905cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Jan 2015
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

78,024 mi
Last recorded78,024 miles
Recorded on28 Jan 2014
Typical for 2002 Suzuki Vitara68,061 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSJ02 EOV
MakeSuzuki
ModelVitara
Year2002
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,905cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Jan 2014 78,024 miles

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

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (3.6.B.4d)

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

Offside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 1 Feb 2013 71,180 miles
Fail 1 Feb 2013 71,180 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Fail 31 Dec 2012 71,174 miles

Brake pedal spongy (3.3.B.1b)

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Pass 10 Dec 2010 65,676 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2009 62,272 miles

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

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

Pass 8 Jan 2009 60,786 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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

Pass 27 Jun 2007 55,911 miles

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

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

Fail 20 Jun 2007 55,868 miles

Rear Brake load sensing valve linkage seized (3.6.E.3)

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

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

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

Pass 20 Jun 2006 51,012 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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SJ02 EOV is a 2002 Suzuki Vitara in Green with a 1,905cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

Across all 2002 Suzuki Vitara models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.7% with a typical mileage of 68,061 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 SJ02 EOV, 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 24 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 SJ02 EOV registered?

SJ02 EOV is a 2002 Suzuki Vitara, first registered on 20 March 2002.

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