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SV08 LWK

2008 Suzuki Vitara

Blue Petrol 1586cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Sep 2022
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

69,341 mi
Last recorded69,341 miles
Recorded on30 Sep 2021
Typical for 2008 Suzuki Vitara63,924 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSV08 LWK
MakeSuzuki
ModelVitara
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,586cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 30 Sep 2021 69,341 miles
Fail 30 Sep 2021 69,341 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front No free movement on foot brake

Offside Front No free movement on foot brake

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

Pass 9 Sep 2020 65,923 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2019 62,807 miles
Fail 17 Sep 2019 62,807 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 20 Sep 2018 57,266 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 12 Oct 2017 50,637 miles

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

Fail 12 Oct 2017 50,637 miles

Central Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 11 Oct 2016 41,567 miles
Fail 11 Oct 2016 41,567 miles

Centre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front brake caliper has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Pass 2 Nov 2015 36,946 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2014 31,176 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2013 39,434 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2012 18,445 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2012 18,369 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2012 18,369 miles

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

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

Pass 17 Mar 2011 13,496 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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SV08 LWK is a 2008 Suzuki Vitara in Blue with a 1,586cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

Across all 2008 Suzuki Vitara models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.2% with a typical mileage of 63,924 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 SV08 LWK, 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 18 years old, this Suzuki Vitara is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was SV08 LWK registered?

SV08 LWK is a 2008 Suzuki Vitara, first registered on 4 March 2008.

Is SV08 LWK safe to buy?

The MOT history for SV08 LWK shows 17 tests with a 70.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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