SUZUKI VITARA (2005)
Running costs, common problems, and reliability data based on 165 real MOT tests in 2024.
MOT Pass Rate
67%
Total Tests (2024)
165
Avg Mileage
105,427 mi
Est. Annual Cost
£2,597
Is the 2005 SUZUKI VITARA reliable?
Below average reliability. Budget extra for maintenance and repairs. That's 15 points below the national average of 82%. It falls below the SUZUKI brand average of 82%.
At 19 years old, 67% of SUZUKI VITARAs from 2005 passed their MOT first time in 2024. That's based on 165 tests across the UK. The average mileage at this age is 105,427 miles.
How does the 2005 SUZUKI VITARA compare?
Mileage Analysis
The average 2005 SUZUKI VITARA has 105,427 miles on the clock, which is below the expected 140,600 miles for a 19-year-old car. This suggests lighter use than average, which generally means less wear on major components.
Best year to buy a SUZUKI VITARA?
The most reliable year is the 2021 model with a 100% MOT pass rate, while the 2000 model has the lowest at 63%. The 2005 sits between the two at 67%.
How much does a 2005 SUZUKI VITARA cost to run?
Higher than average due to low pass rate
Based on 7,400 miles/year (UK average), current fuel prices, and repair likelihood from MOT pass rate data. Insurance not included.
SUZUKI VITARA by Year
| Year | Pass Rate | Tests | Avg Mileage |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 100% | 72 | 22,420 mi |
| 2020 | 95% | 4,235 | 27,215 mi |
| 2019 | 93% | 20,279 | 34,769 mi |
| 2018 | 91% | 19,013 | 43,397 mi |
| 2017 | 90% | 18,219 | 52,028 mi |
| 2016 | 89% | 17,560 | 60,293 mi |
| 2015 | 87% | 8,946 | 67,238 mi |
| 2012 | 81% | 48 | 79,931 mi |
| 2011 | 69% | 96 | 79,926 mi |
| 2010 | 81% | 37 | 73,858 mi |
| 2009 | 78% | 93 | 90,408 mi |
| 2008 | 76% | 131 | 99,249 mi |
| 2007 | 73% | 79 | 86,898 mi |
| 2006 | 71% | 48 | 100,718 mi |
| 2005 | 67% | 165 | 105,427 mi |
| 2004 | 72% | 153 | 104,538 mi |
| 2003 | 66% | 122 | 97,237 mi |
| 2002 | 68% | 156 | 104,850 mi |
| 2001 | 67% | 123 | 99,320 mi |
| 2000 | 63% | 198 | 81,169 mi |
| 1999 | 67% | 629 | 87,489 mi |
| 1998 | 71% | 554 | 96,676 mi |
| 1997 | 77% | 256 | 78,489 mi |
| 1996 | 75% | 333 | 91,162 mi |
| 1995 | 71% | 388 | 87,987 mi |
| 1994 | 73% | 316 | 70,294 mi |
| 1993 | 69% | 153 | 49,039 mi |
| 1992 | 80% | 132 | 52,908 mi |
| 1991 | 75% | 72 | 59,290 mi |
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About the 2005 SUZUKI VITARA
The 2005 SUZUKI VITARA is a large car with a 2500cc petrol engine. 165 of these vehicles were MOT tested in 2024, making it a rare model on UK roads. It sits in the bottom 87% of 2005 cars for MOT pass rates.
With an average of 105,427 miles at 19 years old, SUZUKI VITARA owners tend to use this car less than the typical driver.
2005 SUZUKI VITARA Fuel Costs
The 2500cc petrol engine is on the larger side, so fuel won't be this car's strong point. Expect around 30 mpg in mixed driving, which works out to roughly £1,592 per year at current petrol prices of 142p per litre (based on 7,400 miles per year).
What does it cost to own a 2005 SUZUKI VITARA?
Total estimated annual running cost is £2,597 (£216/month), broken down as £1592 fuel, £250 road tax, £55 MOT, and £700 predicted repairs. The higher repair estimate reflects the 67% MOT pass rate. Cars in this bracket tend to need work on suspension, brakes, and emissions components.
SUZUKI VITARA Reliability Trend
Newer SUZUKI VITARAs show better MOT pass rates than older ones, with an average improvement of 12 percentage points.
Buying a Used 2005 SUZUKI VITARA
At 19 years old, the SUZUKI VITARA is firmly in budget territory. Purchase prices are low, but check for rust, worn suspension bushes, and electrical gremlins. A full service history is especially valuable at this age. If you're flexible on year, the 2021 model has the highest pass rate at 100%.
Alternatives to the 2005 SUZUKI VITARA
If reliability is your priority, there are 4 similar cars with a higher MOT pass rate. Here are comparable petrol cars with similar engines:
- AUDI TT (2007) 80% pass rate (+13%) from 17,399 tests
- SAAB 9-3 (2007) 76% pass rate (+9%) from 13,261 tests
- MERCEDES A-CLASS (2006) 72% pass rate (+5%) from 8,389 tests
- MERCEDES E (2005) 78% pass rate (+11%) from 8,269 tests