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VA57 YAY

2008 Suzuki Vitara

Silver Petrol 1905cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Aug 2026
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

88,717 mi
Last recorded88,717 miles
Recorded on13 Aug 2025
Typical for 2008 Suzuki Vitara63,924 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVA57 YAY
MakeSuzuki
ModelVitara
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,905cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Aug 2025 88,717 miles

Central Rear Fuel tank slightly loose tank strap slightly corroded (6.1.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

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

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

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

Offside Rear Fuel hose deteriorated (6.1.3 (c) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 13 Aug 2024 86,651 miles

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

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Central Rear fuel tank straps corroded

Offside Rear fuel filler pipe hose deteriorated

Pass 11 Aug 2023 84,409 miles

Nearside Front Outer Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

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

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

Pass 2 Aug 2022 81,143 miles

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

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 16 Aug 2021 77,036 miles

Front heat shield loose

Rear Exhaust mounting defective mount broken (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 16 Aug 2021 70,035 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Front heat shield loose

Rear Exhaust mounting defective mount broken (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 29 Jul 2020 73,012 miles

Gearbox mounting defective ()

Pass 11 Aug 2019 69,441 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2018 63,557 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2018 62,185 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2017 56,388 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2016 49,976 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2015 42,341 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2014 35,952 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2013 30,792 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2012 25,104 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2011 19,298 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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VA57 YAY is a 2008 Suzuki Vitara in Silver with a 1,905cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 VA57 YAY, 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 VA57 YAY registered?

VA57 YAY is a 2008 Suzuki Vitara, first registered on 29 January 2008.

Is VA57 YAY safe to buy?

The MOT history for VA57 YAY shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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