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Y241 MKU

2001 Suzuki Vitara

Black Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Feb 2018
Tests18 (12 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

133,434 mi
Last recorded133,434 miles
Recorded on27 Feb 2017
Typical for 2001 Suzuki Vitara71,636 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY241 MKU
MakeSuzuki
ModelVitara
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

12 pass 6 fail
Pass 27 Feb 2017 133,434 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

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

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

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

Fail 28 Sep 2016 133,423 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases CENTRE JOINT (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

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

Offside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

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

Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded CENTRE INNER SILLS BOTH SIDES (5.2.6)

BOTH INNER SILLS AND N/S REAR SILL CORRODED

FRONT EXHAUST JOINT CORRODED AND MOUNTING BROKEN

FUEL FILTER CORRODED

Pass 10 Sep 2015 124,846 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2014 118,680 miles
Fail 10 Sep 2014 118,679 miles

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

Pass 18 Sep 2013 114,012 miles
Fail 17 Sep 2013 114,012 miles

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

Pass 14 Sep 2012 107,727 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2011 100,915 miles
Fail 21 Sep 2011 100,915 miles

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 1 Sep 2010 92,491 miles

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

Fail 1 Sep 2010 92,491 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 30 Sep 2009 86,391 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 14 Jul 2008 78,662 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 14 Jul 2008 78,662 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 23 Jul 2007 71,448 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 27 Jul 2006 60,399 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2005 51,988 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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Y241 MKU is a 2001 Suzuki Vitara in Black with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 Y241 MKU, 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 Y241 MKU registered?

Y241 MKU is a 2001 Suzuki Vitara, first registered on 31 July 2001.

Is Y241 MKU safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y241 MKU shows 18 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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