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AE16 WXL

2016 Suzuki Vitara

Grey Petrol 1586cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Apr 2027
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

95,877 mi
Last recorded95,877 miles
Recorded on17 Apr 2026
Typical for 2016 Suzuki Vitara43,162 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAE16 WXL
MakeSuzuki
ModelVitara
Year2016
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,586cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Apr 2026 95,877 miles

Rear Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

Fail 17 Apr 2026 95,873 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Rear Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 2 Apr 2025 86,936 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2024 86,903 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 16 Oct 2023 82,162 miles

Offside Front Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 16 Oct 2023 82,162 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Outer Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 215 60 16 (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Outer Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 215 60 16 (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

tyre pressure monitoring system lamp illuminated

Pass 17 Oct 2022 71,723 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2021 59,053 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 7 Oct 2020 53,417 miles
Fail 6 Oct 2020 53,412 miles

Tyre pressure monitoring system malfunctioning or obviously inoperative (5.2.3 (h))

Pass 16 Mar 2020 49,076 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2019 30,822 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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AE16 WXL is a 2016 Suzuki Vitara in Grey with a 1,586cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2016 Suzuki Vitara models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.7% with a typical mileage of 43,162 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 AE16 WXL, 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 10 years old, this Suzuki Vitara is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AE16 WXL registered?

AE16 WXL is a 2016 Suzuki Vitara, first registered on 16 April 2016.

Is AE16 WXL safe to buy?

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