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SJ58 NYH

2008 Suzuki Vitara

Black Diesel 1905cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Sep 2024
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

82,227 mi
Last recorded82,227 miles
Recorded on18 Sep 2023
Typical for 2008 Suzuki Vitara63,924 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSJ58 NYH
MakeSuzuki
ModelVitara
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,905cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 18 Sep 2023 82,227 miles

Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play Both Front (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Sep 2022 75,211 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

bad oil leak intercooler area osf

Pass 22 Sep 2021 67,409 miles

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Power steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))

Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 8 Sep 2021 67,392 miles

Exhaust emissions test not completed because smoke levels are significantly in excess of the specified limit values (8.2.2.2 (f))

Exhaust on a vehicle fitted with a diesel particulate filter emits visible smoke of any colour (8.2.2.2 (d))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Power steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))

Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 1 Apr 2021 66,723 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2020 64,525 miles
Fail 2 Mar 2020 64,522 miles

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases second flange (6.1.2 (a))

Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.11 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 5 Sep 2019 61,093 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Aug 2018 53,839 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2017 42,340 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2016 33,137 miles
Fail 19 Aug 2016 33,123 miles

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

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

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

Pass 8 Dec 2015 30,024 miles
Fail 8 Dec 2015 30,024 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 22 Dec 2014 25,584 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Pass 21 Dec 2013 21,357 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2012 17,113 miles

slight wear in nearside front tyre

Pass 30 Dec 2011 12,770 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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SJ58 NYH is a 2008 Suzuki Vitara in Black with a 1,905cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 SJ58 NYH, 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 SJ58 NYH registered?

SJ58 NYH is a 2008 Suzuki Vitara, first registered on 30 December 2008.

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