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NV53 FGZ

2003 Suzuki Vitara

Black Petrol 1590cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Mar 2020
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

163,300 mi
Last recorded163,300 miles
Recorded on20 Mar 2019
Typical for 2003 Suzuki Vitara65,896 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNV53 FGZ
MakeSuzuki
ModelVitara
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,590cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 20 Mar 2019 163,300 miles
Fail 19 Mar 2019 163,297 miles

Brake performance not tested (1.2.1 (g))

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system rear steel pipe (1.1.11 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Brake disc fractured (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Steering column universal joint insecure to the extent there is excessive movement at the mountings bottom joint (2.1.3 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 10 Oct 2017 152,319 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2016 143,239 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2016 138,287 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2015 128,838 miles
Fail 12 Jan 2015 128,838 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Pass 6 Feb 2014 118,626 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 22 Feb 2013 107,324 miles
Fail 20 Feb 2013 107,324 miles

Front front brake juddering severely (3.7.A.2b)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

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

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

Pass 12 May 2011 107,302 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2010 98,739 miles

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Pass 12 Apr 2010 98,739 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2009 91,667 miles
Fail 30 Apr 2009 91,667 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 6 Oct 2008 87,143 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Oil leak

Pass 8 Oct 2007 70,364 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2006 50,938 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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NV53 FGZ is a 2003 Suzuki Vitara in Black with a 1,590cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

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 NV53 FGZ, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was NV53 FGZ registered?

NV53 FGZ is a 2003 Suzuki Vitara, first registered on 18 October 2003.

Is NV53 FGZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for NV53 FGZ shows 18 tests with a 72.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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