MOT Status
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90,850 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Nearside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
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))
Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
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))
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))
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))
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))
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))
Nearside Rear brake binding slightly
Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
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)
How Reliable is the Suzuki Vitara?
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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.
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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?
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