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BK16 JPY

2016 Suzuki Vitara

Red Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Dec 2026
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

83,134 mi
Last recorded83,134 miles
Recorded on4 Dec 2025
Typical for 2016 Suzuki Vitara43,162 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBK16 JPY
MakeSuzuki
ModelVitara
Year2016
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Dec 2025 83,134 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2024 73,013 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2023 61,455 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2023 58,552 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 8 Mar 2023 58,532 miles

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Mar 2022 52,214 miles

fronr / rear number plate sticky pads to replace.

Pass 23 Mar 2021 47,293 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2020 43,651 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2019 33,041 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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BK16 JPY is a 2016 Suzuki Vitara in Red with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 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 BK16 JPY, 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 BK16 JPY registered?

BK16 JPY is a 2016 Suzuki Vitara, first registered on 22 March 2016.

Is BK16 JPY safe to buy?

The MOT history for BK16 JPY shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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