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SO05 ZRU

2005 Suzuki Vitara

Silver Petrol 1590cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Aug 2019
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

73,343 mi
Last recorded73,343 miles
Recorded on2 Aug 2018
Typical for 2005 Suzuki Vitara65,318 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSO05 ZRU
MakeSuzuki
ModelVitara
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,590cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Aug 2018 73,343 miles

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

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

Pass 21 Apr 2017 69,221 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2016 63,898 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2015 60,287 miles
Fail 8 Apr 2015 60,284 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 27 Apr 2014 55,832 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2013 51,409 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2012 48,351 miles
Pass 20 May 2011 45,532 miles

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Pass 17 May 2010 39,440 miles
Pass 15 May 2009 30,881 miles
Pass 14 May 2008 19,097 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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SO05 ZRU is a 2005 Suzuki Vitara in Silver with a 1,590cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

Across all 2005 Suzuki Vitara models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.6% with a typical mileage of 65,318 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 SO05 ZRU, 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 21 years old, this Suzuki Vitara is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was SO05 ZRU registered?

SO05 ZRU is a 2005 Suzuki Vitara, first registered on 13 August 2005.

Is SO05 ZRU safe to buy?

The MOT history for SO05 ZRU shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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