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H179 POH

1999 Suzuki Vitara

Red Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Sep 2016
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

47,583 mi
Last recorded47,583 miles
Recorded on28 Sep 2015
Typical for 1999 Suzuki Vitara64,844 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH179 POH
MakeSuzuki
ModelVitara
Year1999
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Sep 2015 47,583 miles

sill covers fitted

wear in steering idlers

rear brake balance n/s slow

all wheels sit proud of wheel archs

condition of all front wishbone bushs

condition of steering wheel

corrosion and dampness on fuel pipes

corrosion both front suspension arms and mountings

corrosion both outer sills

oil leak on engine

Pass 31 May 2013 41,880 miles

condition n/s outer cv boot

corrosion n/s/f floor both chassis rails

corrosion o/s/f bottom inner wing

corrosion on fuel pipes

n/s/r tyre 2mm

security o/s/f brake hose

smoke emission

wear in all steering idlers

Fail 13 Jun 2012 32,675 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp insecure (1.1.C.1c)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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

Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Registration plate lamp insecure (1.1.C.1c)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Rear Body insecure and dangerous to other road users (6.1.B.1b)

corrosion o/s/f brake pipe BORDERLINE

engine misfire

n/s/r tyre wear

wheels pertruding wheel arches

Pass 13 Jun 2012 32,675 miles

corrosion o/s/f brake pipe BORDERLINE

engine misfire

n/s/r tyre wear

wheels pertruding wheel arches

Pass 23 Mar 2010 29,868 miles

steering wheel grip

wear n/s/f tyre

Pass 23 Mar 2009 20,717 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2008 13,568 miles

front brake pad wear

oil leak

Pass 6 Mar 2007 98,767 miles

corrosion on fuel pipes

corrosion rear brake pipe from load valve to flexible hose BORDERLINE

corrosion rear part of main brake pipe

front number plate damaged

o/s/f tyre 2mm

wear in both rear bottom shocker bushes

Pass 2 Mar 2006 90,985 miles
Fail 1 Mar 2006 90,984 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

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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H179 POH is a 1999 Suzuki Vitara in Red with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1999 Suzuki Vitara models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.8% with a typical mileage of 64,844 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 H179 POH, 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 27 years old, this Suzuki Vitara is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was H179 POH registered?

H179 POH is a 1999 Suzuki Vitara, first registered on 10 March 1999.

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