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WP02 SXG

2002 Suzuki Vitara

Silver Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Aug 2023
Tests23 (18 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate78.3%

Mileage

145,516 mi
Last recorded145,516 miles
Recorded on8 Aug 2022
Typical for 2002 Suzuki Vitara68,061 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWP02 SXG
MakeSuzuki
ModelVitara
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

18 pass 5 fail
Pass 8 Aug 2022 145,516 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Underside of vehicle, Heavilly undersealed.

Fail 4 Aug 2022 145,509 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Nearside Rear Cab or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a cab mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Cab or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a cab mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Underside of vehicle, Heavilly undersealed.

Pass 24 Jul 2021 141,542 miles

STEERING RACK POWERSTEERING PIPE WHEAPING

UNDERBODY CORRODED

Pass 23 Jul 2020 133,869 miles

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

Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 30 Jun 2020 133,859 miles

Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

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

Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low adjusted (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Feb 2019 125,427 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2018 116,475 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2017 107,513 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2016 97,580 miles
Fail 16 Feb 2016 97,580 miles

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

Pass 11 Mar 2015 91,459 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2014 84,517 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

advise wiper blades split

Pass 4 Mar 2013 77,682 miles
Fail 4 Mar 2013 77,682 miles

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Upper Stop lamp has less than 50% of the light sources illuminating (1.2.1b)

Pass 14 Mar 2012 73,296 miles

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

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

Fail 6 Mar 2012 73,283 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

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

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

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 9 Mar 2011 69,800 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2010 61,339 miles

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

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

Pass 12 Mar 2009 49,485 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2008 41,762 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2007 45,387 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2006 31,793 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2005 29,038 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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WP02 SXG is a 2002 Suzuki Vitara in Silver with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.3%.

Across all 2002 Suzuki Vitara models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.7% with a typical mileage of 68,061 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 WP02 SXG, 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 24 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 WP02 SXG registered?

WP02 SXG is a 2002 Suzuki Vitara, first registered on 17 July 2002.

Is WP02 SXG safe to buy?

The MOT history for WP02 SXG shows 23 tests with a 78.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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