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YB53 TKV

2004 Suzuki Vitara

Blue Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 May 2019
Tests21 (13 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate61.9%

Mileage

145,458 mi
Last recorded145,458 miles
Recorded on16 May 2018
Typical for 2004 Suzuki Vitara66,554 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYB53 TKV
MakeSuzuki
ModelVitara
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

13 pass 8 fail
Pass 16 May 2018 145,458 miles

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

Fail 15 May 2018 145,458 miles

Nearside Power steering ram(s) leaking from a failed component (2.3.3b) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 24 May 2017 136,195 miles
Fail 24 May 2017 136,195 miles

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

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

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (8.2.2)

Pass 26 May 2016 127,446 miles
Fail 24 May 2016 127,415 miles

Offside Front Steering locking device missing ball joint (2.2.C.1g)

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

Pass 12 May 2015 118,127 miles
Pass 22 May 2014 107,003 miles
Pass 14 May 2013 94,596 miles
Fail 9 May 2013 94,593 miles

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

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

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 15 May 2012 83,224 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 24 May 2011 72,032 miles

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

Nearside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Offside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

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

Fail 23 May 2011 72,031 miles

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

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

Nearside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Offside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Pass 5 Jul 2010 66,484 miles

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

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

parking brake application slightly uneven

Fail 5 Jul 2010 66,483 miles

Nearside Rear reflector excessively damaged so that its function is impaired (1.5.1c)

Rear registration plate obscured (6.3.1d)

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

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

parking brake application slightly uneven

Pass 3 Jul 2009 49,673 miles

3rd row seating folded flat belts ok

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

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

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

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

front wipers smearing

Fail 2 Jul 2009 49,672 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Rear registration plate obscured (6.3.1d)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b) DANGEROUS

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b) DANGEROUS

3rd row seating folded flat belts ok

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

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

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

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

front wipers smearing

Pass 6 Jun 2008 35,376 miles

Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

front brake pipes have been copper greased may have slight corrosion

small chips in screen

window tints fitted to rear windows

Pass 20 Mar 2008 33,373 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2007 26,642 miles
Fail 19 Mar 2007 26,642 miles

Nearside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

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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YB53 TKV is a 2004 Suzuki Vitara in Blue with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.9%.

Across all 2004 Suzuki Vitara models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.2% with a typical mileage of 66,554 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 YB53 TKV, 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 22 years old, this Suzuki Vitara is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was YB53 TKV registered?

YB53 TKV is a 2004 Suzuki Vitara, first registered on 26 February 2004.

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