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SM54 BXP

2004 Suzuki Vitara

Silver Petrol 1590cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jul 2019
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

94,528 mi
Last recorded94,528 miles
Recorded on10 Jul 2018
Typical for 2004 Suzuki Vitara66,554 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSM54 BXP
MakeSuzuki
ModelVitara
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,590cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Jul 2018 94,528 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 9 Jul 2018 94,526 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.1.1 (b))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Rear Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing so rough it is likely to overheat or break up (5.1.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear tyre has a nail in it

Pass 3 May 2017 89,157 miles

All tyres perished

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules All flexy ferrules and end pipes (3.6.B.4e)

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

Engine management lamp on

Front exhaust mount missing but exhaust adequately supported

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Nearside front wheel bearing slightly noisy when spun

Offside front inner wing corroded around strut tower

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Fail 3 May 2017 89,157 miles

Nearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

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

All tyres perished

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules All flexy ferrules and end pipes (3.6.B.4e)

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

Engine management lamp on

Front exhaust mount missing but exhaust adequately supported

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Nearside front wheel bearing slightly noisy when spun

Offside front inner wing corroded around strut tower

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 22 Apr 2016 84,314 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 29 Apr 2015 75,023 miles

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 17 Apr 2014 63,784 miles
Fail 17 Apr 2014 63,784 miles

Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 2 May 2013 56,286 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2012 48,648 miles

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

Pass 7 May 2011 41,937 miles

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

exhaust tail pipe missing

Pass 26 Apr 2010 34,966 miles
Pass 1 May 2009 27,744 miles

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

Pass 22 Apr 2008 20,605 miles
Pass 4 May 2007 12,033 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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SM54 BXP is a 2004 Suzuki Vitara in Silver with a 1,590cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 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 SM54 BXP, 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 SM54 BXP registered?

SM54 BXP is a 2004 Suzuki Vitara, first registered on 30 September 2004.

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