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LM52 SYU

2003 Suzuki Vitara

Silver Petrol 1905cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jun 2017
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

105,782 mi
Last recorded105,782 miles
Recorded on19 May 2016
Typical for 2003 Suzuki Vitara65,896 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLM52 SYU
MakeSuzuki
ModelVitara
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,905cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 19 May 2016 105,782 miles

check engine lamp on

hazard lamdp

Fail 17 May 2016 105,735 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

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

Nearside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

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

Offside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

check engine lamp on

hazard lamdp

Pass 29 May 2015 100,925 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2014 79,340 miles
Pass 13 May 2013 77,831 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2012 81,251 miles
Fail 13 Mar 2012 81,251 miles

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Oil leak

engine management light on!!

nearside rear damage!!

Pass 30 Nov 2010 72,452 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2009 62,617 miles
Fail 12 Nov 2009 62,617 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision missing (3.3.A.1b)

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

Offside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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

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

Pass 17 Oct 2008 56,433 miles
Fail 8 Oct 2008 56,433 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Front Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

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

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Front Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

no brake ruber peadal

Pass 5 Sep 2007 49,049 miles
Pass 25 May 2006 34,707 miles
Fail 25 May 2006 34,707 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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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LM52 SYU is a 2003 Suzuki Vitara in Silver with a 1,905cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2003 Suzuki Vitara models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.4% with a typical mileage of 65,896 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 LM52 SYU, 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 23 years old, this Suzuki Vitara is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was LM52 SYU registered?

LM52 SYU is a 2003 Suzuki Vitara, first registered on 31 January 2003.

Is LM52 SYU safe to buy?

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