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V478 SJO

2000 Suzuki Vitara

Multi-colour Petrol 1590cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Nov 2022
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

78,818 mi
Last recorded78,818 miles
Recorded on12 Nov 2021
Typical for 2000 Suzuki Vitara62,541 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV478 SJO
MakeSuzuki
ModelVitara
Year2000
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,590cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 12 Nov 2021 78,818 miles

muddy underneath during inspection.

Fail 4 Nov 2021 78,805 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

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

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Inner Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

muddy underneath during inspection.

Pass 25 Nov 2020 78,430 miles
Pass 28 May 2019 77,641 miles

Offside Front Inner Steering linkage ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 17 May 2018 76,907 miles

Front brakes at maximum 30% balance limit

Pass 9 May 2017 76,135 miles

Front brakes at maximum 30% balance limit

Lots of additional wiring under bonnet

Pass 11 May 2016 75,298 miles
Pass 15 May 2015 73,409 miles
Fail 13 May 2015 73,408 miles

Nearside Steering pivot point has excessive play (2.2.B.1g)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm insecure (2.4.G.1)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

Pass 19 May 2014 71,881 miles
Fail 13 May 2014 71,871 miles

Front registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Pass 2 Jun 2011 61,377 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2011 61,371 miles

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a) DANGEROUS

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

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Oil leak

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

nearside rear mudflap insecure

Pass 30 Apr 2010 55,538 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Oil leak

Fail 30 Apr 2010 55,535 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Oil leak

Pass 10 Feb 2009 46,627 miles

O/s headlamp condensated and pattern poor an d lens holed

tyre worn low outer edge

Pass 8 Feb 2008 38,504 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2007 30,418 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2006 24,390 miles

rear tyres perrished

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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V478 SJO is a 2000 Suzuki Vitara in Multi-colour with a 1,590cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

Across all 2000 Suzuki Vitara models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.9% with a typical mileage of 62,541 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 V478 SJO, 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 26 years old, this Suzuki Vitara is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was V478 SJO registered?

V478 SJO is a 2000 Suzuki Vitara, first registered on 5 February 2000.

Is V478 SJO safe to buy?

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