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YK55 JLZ

2005 Suzuki Vitara

Red Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Apr 2019
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

72,585 mi
Last recorded72,585 miles
Recorded on6 Apr 2018
Typical for 2005 Suzuki Vitara65,318 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYK55 JLZ
MakeSuzuki
ModelVitara
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Apr 2018 72,585 miles

Towbar component slightly corroded (6.6.1)

front bumper broken

Fail 3 Apr 2018 72,585 miles

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

Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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

Towbar component slightly corroded (6.6.1)

front bumper broken

Pass 10 Jan 2017 72,153 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2016 71,354 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2015 70,639 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2014 68,190 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2013 66,540 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2012 63,315 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2011 55,688 miles

Near side rear tyre has shallow cut on inner wall and is close to legal limit

Pass 25 Jan 2010 46,457 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2009 29,837 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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YK55 JLZ is a 2005 Suzuki Vitara in Red with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 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 YK55 JLZ, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was YK55 JLZ registered?

YK55 JLZ is a 2005 Suzuki Vitara, first registered on 16 November 2005.

Is YK55 JLZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for YK55 JLZ shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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