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WV05 CPZ

2005 Suzuki Vitara

Beige Diesel 1905cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Apr 2027
Tests30 (19 pass, 11 fail)
Pass rate63.3%

Mileage

207,632 mi
Last recorded207,632 miles
Recorded on10 Apr 2026
Typical for 2005 Suzuki Vitara65,318 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWV05 CPZ
MakeSuzuki
ModelVitara
Year2005
ColourBeige
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,905cc

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MOT History

19 pass 11 fail
Pass 10 Apr 2026 207,632 miles

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Fail 8 Apr 2026 207,627 miles

Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn both (d) bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced both inner sills (7.1.1 (a) (i))

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 8 Apr 2025 203,700 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 5 Apr 2024 199,044 miles
Fail 4 Apr 2024 199,039 miles

Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect both (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

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

Pass 30 Mar 2023 193,485 miles
Fail 29 Mar 2023 193,480 miles

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Steering linkage ball joint worn to the extent there is a serious risk of detachment (2.1.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 4 Apr 2022 118,256 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 4 Apr 2022 188,253 miles

Offside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected sill (5.3.6 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Mar 2021 182,855 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 18 Mar 2021 182,849 miles

Nearside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Steering linkage ball joint worn to the extent there is a serious risk of detachment (2.1.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Mar 2020 178,844 miles
Fail 11 Mar 2020 178,837 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 6 Mar 2019 173,639 miles

Front Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Fail 5 Mar 2019 173,637 miles

Nearside Front Lower Steering linkage ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Front Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 26 Mar 2018 169,117 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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

Pass 20 Mar 2017 161,295 miles

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

Pass 31 Mar 2016 153,769 miles

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

Pass 2 Apr 2015 147,630 miles

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

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 26 Mar 2014 140,111 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Fail 25 Mar 2014 140,110 miles

Nearside Lower Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Upper Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

registration plate obscured (6.3.1d)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 15 Mar 2013 131,218 miles

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

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

Pass 5 Apr 2012 128,953 miles

SLIGHT PERISHING ON BOTH FRONT CV BOOTS

Fail 2 Apr 2012 128,953 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

SLIGHT PERISHING ON BOTH FRONT CV BOOTS

Pass 21 Feb 2011 106,990 miles
Fail 21 Feb 2011 106,990 miles

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

Pass 8 Apr 2010 87,231 miles
Fail 6 Apr 2010 87,231 miles

Offside Front Seat belt damaged sufficient to obstruct correct operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Pass 6 Mar 2009 60,924 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2008 39,805 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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WV05 CPZ is a 2005 Suzuki Vitara in Beige with a 1,905cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 30 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.3%.

Across all 2005 Suzuki Vitara models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.6% with a typical mileage of 65,318 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 WV05 CPZ, 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 21 years old, this Suzuki Vitara is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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WV05 CPZ is a 2005 Suzuki Vitara, first registered on 31 March 2005.

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