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SP51 JPU

2001 Suzuki Vitara

Green Diesel 1905cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Oct 2016
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

103,978 mi
Last recorded103,978 miles
Recorded on29 Sep 2016
Typical for 2001 Suzuki Vitara71,636 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSP51 JPU
MakeSuzuki
ModelVitara
Year2001
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,905cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Fail 29 Sep 2016 103,978 miles

Nearside Front Inner Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded floor at chassie leg (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Front Inner Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded sill (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Front Upper Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded inner wheel arch (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Inner Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded sill (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Lower Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded inner wheel arch (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Upper Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded inner wheel arch (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Inner Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded floor at chassie leg (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Inner Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded sill (2.4.A.3)

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

Offside Front Upper Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded inner wheel arch (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Lower Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded inner wheel arch (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Upper Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded floor at rear at component mount (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Upper Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded inner wheel arch (2.4.A.3)

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

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 22 Oct 2015 98,123 miles

exhaust corroded

front discs corroded

Fail 21 Oct 2015 98,123 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

exhaust corroded

front discs corroded

Pass 31 Jan 2014 94,745 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2010 91,310 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2010 91,298 miles

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Offside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

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

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

Pass 18 Jun 2009 84,034 miles
Fail 17 Jun 2009 84,034 miles

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

Nearside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

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

Pass 14 Aug 2008 80,181 miles

Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Pass 11 May 2007 75,761 miles

Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Pass 13 Mar 2006 71,636 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 JPU is a 2001 Suzuki Vitara in Green with a 1,905cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 JPU, 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 JPU registered?

SP51 JPU is a 2001 Suzuki Vitara, first registered on 30 October 2001.

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