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SP54 GCU

2004 Suzuki Vitara

Grey Petrol 1905cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jan 2021
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

187,515 mi
Last recorded187,515 miles
Recorded on12 Jul 2019
Typical for 2004 Suzuki Vitara66,554 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSP54 GCU
MakeSuzuki
ModelVitara
Year2004
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,905cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 12 Jul 2019 187,515 miles

sill covers fitted

steering wheel cover fitted

under covers fitted

Fail 1 Jul 2019 187,196 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

sill covers fitted

steering wheel cover fitted

under covers fitted

Pass 11 Jul 2018 169,372 miles

condition of both head lamp lens

side skirts and side steps fitted

steering wheel cover fitted

Fail 10 Jul 2018 169,328 miles

Emissions not tested (8.2.1.2 (d))

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases flexi pipe (6.1.2 (a))

condition of both head lamp lens

side skirts and side steps fitted

steering wheel cover fitted

Pass 3 Jul 2017 150,674 miles

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

side skirts fitted

side steps fitted

Fail 3 Jul 2017 150,674 miles

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

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

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

side skirts fitted

side steps fitted

Pass 15 Jul 2016 132,050 miles

Advise brake check,brake pipes rusty.

Fail 13 Jul 2016 131,936 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush D bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush D bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded inner sill (2.4.A.3)

Rear registration plate obscured by tow bar (6.3.1d)

Advise brake check,brake pipes rusty.

Pass 29 Jun 2015 114,707 miles

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

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

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

o/s/f tyre worn on inner edge

Fail 29 Jun 2015 114,707 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

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

o/s/f tyre worn on inner edge

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

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

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Pass 28 Jun 2014 100,602 miles

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

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

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

Pass 16 Jul 2013 87,118 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2012 71,659 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2011 58,040 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2010 49,097 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2009 45,813 miles

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 4 Jun 2008 36,209 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2007 22,760 miles

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

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

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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SP54 GCU is a 2004 Suzuki Vitara in Grey with a 1,905cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

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 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 SP54 GCU, 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 SP54 GCU registered?

SP54 GCU is a 2004 Suzuki Vitara, first registered on 1 September 2004.

Is SP54 GCU safe to buy?

The MOT history for SP54 GCU shows 18 tests with a 72.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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