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SY51 CLU

2001 Suzuki Vitara

Green Diesel 1590cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Oct 2006
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

38,008 mi
Last recorded38,008 miles
Recorded on13 Oct 2005
Typical for 2001 Suzuki Vitara71,636 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSY51 CLU
MakeSuzuki
ModelVitara
Year2001
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,590cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Oct 2005 38,008 miles
Fail 13 Oct 2005

An item not tested (Manual)

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

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

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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SY51 CLU is a 2001 Suzuki Vitara in Green with a 1,590cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 SY51 CLU, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of SY51 CLU?

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What year was SY51 CLU registered?

SY51 CLU is a 2001 Suzuki Vitara, first registered on 27 September 2001.

Is SY51 CLU safe to buy?

The MOT history for SY51 CLU shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does SY51 CLU have outstanding finance?

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