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CV16 VBT

2016 Suzuki Vitara

Orange Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Nov 2026
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

72,774 mi
Last recorded72,774 miles
Recorded on15 Nov 2025
Typical for 2016 Suzuki Vitara43,162 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCV16 VBT
MakeSuzuki
ModelVitara
Year2016
ColourOrange
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Nov 2025 72,774 miles
Fail 15 Nov 2025 72,769 miles

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

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 15 Nov 2024 58,020 miles
Fail 15 Nov 2024 58,016 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm both (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 13 Nov 2023 46,877 miles

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

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

Pass 14 Nov 2022 38,416 miles

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

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 16 Nov 2021 28,203 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2021 25,894 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2020 23,745 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2019 16,002 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Fail 16 Apr 2019 16,002 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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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CV16 VBT is a 2016 Suzuki Vitara in Orange with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 CV16 VBT, 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.

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What year was CV16 VBT registered?

CV16 VBT is a 2016 Suzuki Vitara, first registered on 22 April 2016.

Is CV16 VBT safe to buy?

The MOT history for CV16 VBT shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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