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SP51 AEJ

2001 Suzuki Vitara

White Diesel 1905cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Aug 2015
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

67,148 mi
Last recorded67,148 miles
Recorded on19 Aug 2014
Typical for 2001 Suzuki Vitara71,636 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSP51 AEJ
MakeSuzuki
ModelVitara
Year2001
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,905cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 19 Aug 2014 67,148 miles

Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

front prop shaft rear joint worn

Fail 14 Aug 2014 67,137 miles

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

front prop shaft rear joint worn

Pass 5 Aug 2013 64,860 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

Pass 20 Jul 2012 61,350 miles
Fail 21 Jun 2012 61,352 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

Prop-shaft universal joint worn

Pass 11 Apr 2011 57,995 miles
Fail 9 Mar 2011 57,618 miles

Brake has no servo assistance (3.3.B.2)

Brake load sensing valve linkage seized (3.6.E.3)

Nearside Front Body has a sharp edge caused by corrosion (6.1.C.1)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Body has a sharp edge caused by corrosion (6.1.C.1)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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

Pass 12 Mar 2010 52,954 miles

brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 4 Mar 2009 48,317 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2008 43,152 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2007 38,048 miles
Fail 12 Mar 2007 38,048 miles

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

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

Pass 9 Mar 2006 33,295 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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SP51 AEJ is a 2001 Suzuki Vitara in White with a 1,905cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

Across all 2001 Suzuki Vitara models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.9% with a typical mileage of 71,636 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 SP51 AEJ, 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 25 years old, this Suzuki Vitara is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was SP51 AEJ registered?

SP51 AEJ is a 2001 Suzuki Vitara, first registered on 21 September 2001.

Is SP51 AEJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for SP51 AEJ shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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