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V991 DLF

1999 Suzuki Vitara

Black Petrol 1590cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Aug 2013
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

85,734 mi
Last recorded85,734 miles
Recorded on11 Aug 2012
Typical for 1999 Suzuki Vitara64,844 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV991 DLF
MakeSuzuki
ModelVitara
Year1999
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,590cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 11 Aug 2012 85,734 miles
Fail 4 Aug 2012 85,734 miles

Inner rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

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

Pass 25 Aug 2011 78,085 miles
Fail 25 Aug 2011 78,085 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

slight play in propshaft u/j/

slight splits in both front brake hoses

Pass 26 Aug 2010 75,311 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2009 72,194 miles

near side windscreen wiper blade torn slightly.

Fail 20 Aug 2009 72,192 miles

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

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

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

near side windscreen wiper blade torn slightly.

Pass 27 Aug 2008 66,638 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2007 63,124 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2006 58,605 miles
Fail 12 Dec 2006 58,605 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 15 Dec 2005 54,561 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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V991 DLF is a 1999 Suzuki Vitara in Black with a 1,590cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 V991 DLF, 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 V991 DLF registered?

V991 DLF is a 1999 Suzuki Vitara, first registered on 1 September 1999.

Is V991 DLF safe to buy?

The MOT history for V991 DLF shows 12 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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