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SJ51 MTU

2001 Suzuki Vitara

White Petrol 1590cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 May 2018
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

61,718 mi
Last recorded61,718 miles
Recorded on29 Apr 2017
Typical for 2001 Suzuki Vitara71,636 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSJ51 MTU
MakeSuzuki
ModelVitara
Year2001
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,590cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Apr 2017 61,718 miles

Exhaust Tail Pipe Broken

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

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

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

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

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

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

Whole Under Body Corrosion

Pass 20 Apr 2016 60,792 miles

Fuel filter corroded

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

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

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

Underbody has corrosion

Pass 20 Apr 2015 59,846 miles

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

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

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 6 May 2014 59,452 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

both undersills covered with underseal

chassis slightly corroded

front subframe covered with underseal

Pass 29 Apr 2013 59,269 miles

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

Pass 21 Jun 2012 35,578 miles

Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

exhaust system deteriorated

Pass 9 Jun 2011 57,049 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2010 55,100 miles

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

Fail 7 Jul 2010 55,081 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6) DANGEROUS

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 16 Jun 2009 52,247 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2008 49,602 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2007 45,600 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2006 41,555 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2005 38,568 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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SJ51 MTU is a 2001 Suzuki Vitara in White with a 1,590cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 SJ51 MTU, 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.

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What year was SJ51 MTU registered?

SJ51 MTU is a 2001 Suzuki Vitara, first registered on 23 November 2001.

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