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X153 WCW

2001 Suzuki Vitara

Blue Petrol 1590cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Aug 2018
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

131,390 mi
Last recorded131,390 miles
Recorded on26 Aug 2017
Typical for 2001 Suzuki Vitara71,636 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX153 WCW
MakeSuzuki
ModelVitara
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,590cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 26 Aug 2017 131,390 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

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

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Rear seats removed

Fail 25 Aug 2017 131,388 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Front Body has a sharp edge caused by corrosion (6.1.C.1)

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

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

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Rear seats removed

Pass 1 Aug 2016 125,238 miles

Nearside Rear Torque/reaction arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Fail 1 Aug 2016 125,238 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Rear Torque/reaction arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 3 Sep 2015 115,492 miles
Fail 21 Aug 2015 115,236 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm inappropriately repaired (2.4.A.2)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Suspension arm inappropriately repaired (2.4.A.2)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching by more than 10mm within zone 'A' (8.3.1b)

Pass 18 Aug 2014 105,560 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2013 97,650 miles

Front bumper insecure

Fuel pipe/s corroded

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

Oil leak

Fail 24 Aug 2013 97,550 miles

Offside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Vehicle structure has an inadequate repair, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

vehicle is un-fit to be driven

Pass 20 Aug 2012 90,866 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2011 83,724 miles
Fail 17 Aug 2011 83,720 miles

Front Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

Nearside Rear Brake cable has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 4 Aug 2010 78,376 miles

front and rear brake backplates getting corroded

front anti roll bar link bushes getting perished

front discs getting corroded

front suspension arms getting corroded

nearside rear tyre getting low

no rear seats fitted at time of test

some corrosion centre and rear chassis rails

some corrosion front chassis rails and chassis to body mounts

some damage offside front door inner handle

tow bar and mounting points getting corroded

Pass 29 May 2009 73,838 miles

both front shocker top mounts

brake pipes to and from rear load sensing valve getting corroded

centre and rear section of exhaust getting corroded

engine oil leak

metal part of front flexes getting corroded

nearside front tyre getting low

some corrosion offside front step sill

some play front drop links

Pass 28 May 2008 69,377 miles
Pass 2 May 2007 62,815 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2006 56,173 miles

oil leak

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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X153 WCW is a 2001 Suzuki Vitara in Blue with a 1,590cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

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 X153 WCW, 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.

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What year was X153 WCW registered?

X153 WCW is a 2001 Suzuki Vitara, first registered on 22 February 2001.

Is X153 WCW safe to buy?

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