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V986 EAB

1999 Suzuki Vitara

Blue Petrol 1590cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Oct 2012
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

126,656 mi
Last recorded126,656 miles
Recorded on22 Aug 2012
Typical for 1999 Suzuki Vitara64,844 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV986 EAB
MakeSuzuki
ModelVitara
Year1999
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,590cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Fail 22 Aug 2012 126,656 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (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.B.7)

back box outer casing corroded

both front, centre and rear floors, chassis rails, undersills and outersills slighty corroded

both number plate lights dim

front number plate slighty discoloured

offside front wing panel slighty corroded

oil leak around engine

rear differential damp

stone chip in windscreen

Pass 13 Sep 2011 120,835 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

boot floor /crossmember slightly corroded

both chassis rails slightly corroded

both front flitches slightly corroded

both front suspension arms slightly corroded

centre exhaust joint has a slight blow

front number plate slightly damaged

fuel pipes slightly corroded

oil around diff

oil leak

rear exhaust bracket corroded but still supported

Pass 12 Oct 2010 114,873 miles

boot floor slightly corroded

both front suspension arms (previously repaired and have been undersealed)

both rear chassis rails slightly corroded

chip in windscreen

rear bumper corroded not in perscribed area

Pass 13 Oct 2008 100,718 miles

Oil leak

nearside rear tyre close to legal limit

offside front metal brake pipe slightly corroded

Fail 13 Oct 2008 100,718 miles

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

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

nearside rear tyre clsoe to legal limit

offside front metal brake pipe slightly corroded

oil leak

rear seats folded down at time of test

Pass 15 Oct 2007 93,830 miles

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 23 Oct 2006 82,229 miles
Fail 16 Oct 2006 82,229 miles

Front Driver's door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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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V986 EAB is a 1999 Suzuki Vitara in Blue with a 1,590cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 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 V986 EAB, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was V986 EAB registered?

V986 EAB is a 1999 Suzuki Vitara, first registered on 30 September 1999.

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The MOT history for V986 EAB shows 8 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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