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Y227 MBW

2001 Suzuki Vitara

Black Petrol 1590cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jan 2017
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

54,446 mi
Last recorded54,446 miles
Recorded on21 Dec 2015
Typical for 2001 Suzuki Vitara71,636 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY227 MBW
MakeSuzuki
ModelVitara
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,590cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Dec 2015 54,446 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2015 51,707 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2014 49,245 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2013 47,790 miles

Centre Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.2.1b)

n/s/r tyre outer side wall has cut..not allowing cords to be exposed

Pass 13 Jan 2012 45,527 miles

Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.2.1b)

Pass 17 Jan 2011 43,536 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2009 43,523 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2008 41,704 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2007 38,422 miles
Fail 30 Aug 2007 38,432 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device sealing washer missing (7.2.4c)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

crank shaft sensor leaking oil

one of the five 3rd brake light bulbs not working

Pass 30 Jun 2006 30,609 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2006 30,609 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

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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Y227 MBW is a 2001 Suzuki Vitara in Black with a 1,590cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 Y227 MBW, 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 Y227 MBW registered?

Y227 MBW is a 2001 Suzuki Vitara, first registered on 21 June 2001.

Is Y227 MBW safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y227 MBW shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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