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VX51 DPF

2001 Suzuki Vitara

Blue Lpg 1590cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Nov 2014
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

120,238 mi
Last recorded120,238 miles
Recorded on22 Nov 2013
Typical for 2001 Suzuki Vitara71,636 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVX51 DPF
MakeSuzuki
ModelVitara
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typeLpg
Engine1,590cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 Nov 2013 120,238 miles
Fail 22 Nov 2013 120,238 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

Pass 22 Aug 2012 107,162 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

some corrosion developing in brake pipes and unions ok for this test

Pass 13 Jul 2011 93,727 miles

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

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

Fail 11 Jul 2011 93,727 miles

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

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

Offside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

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

Pass 30 Jul 2010 82,148 miles
Fail 22 Jul 2009 68,973 miles

Front registration plate dirty (6.3.1d)

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not in a clean condition and function impaired (1.1.4a)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) not in a clean condition and function impaired (1.1.4a)

Rear registration plate dirty (6.3.1d)

Pass 22 Jul 2009 68,973 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2008 52,960 miles

Front tyres wearing inside edges

Offside front brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Pass 24 Jul 2007 36,798 miles

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 29 Aug 2006 20,985 miles

Nearside 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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VX51 DPF is a 2001 Suzuki Vitara in Blue with a 1,590cc lpg engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 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 VX51 DPF, 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

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What year was VX51 DPF registered?

VX51 DPF is a 2001 Suzuki Vitara, first registered on 8 September 2001.

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