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SL54 NVM

2004 Suzuki Vitara

Black Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jul 2024
Tests24 (16 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

120,385 mi
Last recorded120,385 miles
Recorded on25 Jul 2023
Typical for 2004 Suzuki Vitara66,554 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSL54 NVM
MakeSuzuki
ModelVitara
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

16 pass 8 fail
Pass 25 Jul 2023 120,385 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2021 114,824 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Fail 20 Sep 2021 114,824 miles

Nearside Front Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))

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

Offside Front Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Pass 18 Sep 2020 113,616 miles

outer sill covers fitted

Fail 18 Sep 2020 113,616 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

outer sill covers fitted

Pass 12 Sep 2019 112,664 miles
Fail 11 Sep 2019 112,664 miles

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Service brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))

Pass 31 Aug 2018 109,981 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2017 107,107 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases centre joint (7.1.2)

Pass 31 Aug 2016 103,891 miles
Fail 30 Aug 2016 103,891 miles

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 7 Sep 2015 100,228 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2014 96,043 miles
Fail 26 Sep 2014 96,043 miles

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Pass 25 Sep 2013 84,515 miles

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 21 Sep 2013 84,427 miles

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

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

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

Pass 20 Sep 2012 71,057 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2012 70,887 miles

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

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

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

Pass 3 Sep 2011 58,045 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2010 52,076 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2009 46,511 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2008 38,052 miles
Fail 26 Sep 2008 38,052 miles

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 29 Sep 2007 43,024 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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SL54 NVM is a 2004 Suzuki Vitara in Black with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2004 Suzuki Vitara models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.2% with a typical mileage of 66,554 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 SL54 NVM, 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 22 years old, this Suzuki Vitara is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was SL54 NVM registered?

SL54 NVM is a 2004 Suzuki Vitara, first registered on 29 September 2004.

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