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SM08 CYJ

2008 Suzuki Vitara

Silver Petrol 1590cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Feb 2027
Tests22 (16 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

90,850 mi
Last recorded90,850 miles
Recorded on13 Feb 2026
Typical for 2008 Suzuki Vitara63,924 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSM08 CYJ
MakeSuzuki
ModelVitara
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,590cc

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MOT History

16 pass 6 fail
Pass 13 Feb 2026 90,850 miles
Fail 12 Feb 2026 90,850 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Feb 2025 87,894 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 10 Feb 2025 87,894 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 10 Feb 2024 85,823 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Fail 10 Feb 2024 85,823 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 24 Jan 2023 83,191 miles

Central Front Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement arm rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced around mount for suspension (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced around mounting for suspension (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 23 Jan 2023 83,187 miles

Nearside Brake pipe excessively corroded both full front to rear pipes (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded going to flexi (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded pipe from abs pump to join going to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded drum pipe (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded going to flexi (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded drum pipe (1.1.11 (c))

Central Front Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement arm rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced around mount for suspension (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced around mounting for suspension (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 4 Feb 2022 80,004 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2021 76,118 miles
Fail 19 Feb 2021 76,118 miles

Nearside Brake pipe excessively corroded Front of long pipe (1.1.11 (c))

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

Offside Front Outer Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

Pass 19 Feb 2020 72,148 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2018 66,646 miles

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front lower arms. rear bushes worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Nov 2017 61,308 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2016 57,344 miles

Nearside Rear brake binding slightly

Pass 26 Nov 2015 55,265 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2015 54,708 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2014 52,631 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 8 Jun 2013 46,587 miles

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

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

Pass 8 Jun 2013 46,587 miles
Pass 5 May 2012 40,071 miles
Pass 27 May 2011 33,714 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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SM08 CYJ is a 2008 Suzuki Vitara in Silver with a 1,590cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 SM08 CYJ, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was SM08 CYJ registered?

SM08 CYJ is a 2008 Suzuki Vitara, first registered on 2 June 2008.

Is SM08 CYJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for SM08 CYJ shows 22 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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