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W138 ACY

2000 Suzuki Vitara

Black Petrol 1590cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Sep 2020
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

93,680 mi
Last recorded93,680 miles
Recorded on26 Sep 2019
Typical for 2000 Suzuki Vitara62,541 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW138 ACY
MakeSuzuki
ModelVitara
Year2000
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,590cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 26 Sep 2019 93,680 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 27 Sep 2018 89,085 miles

Fluid leak, but not excessive power steering pump (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Lower ball joint locking pin missing

Rear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test ()

Rear Standard fitment seat belt missing ()

minor under body corrosion

Fail 19 Sep 2018 89,049 miles

Emissions not tested (8.2.1.2 (d))

Front Oil leaking excessively from transmission diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fuel cap/sealing device missing (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced body mount (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Lower Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced floor pan (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced body mount (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Vehicle structure is deformed and structural rigidity is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Lower Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced floor pan (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Rear Axle insecure such that stability is impaired axel (5.1.1 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Fluid leak, but not excessive power steering pump (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

Offside Front Lower ball joint locking pin missing

Rear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test ()

Rear Standard fitment seat belt missing ()

minor under body corrosion

Pass 30 Dec 2016 86,511 miles
Fail 29 Dec 2016 86,506 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 28 Nov 2015 85,781 miles
Fail 27 Nov 2015 85,771 miles

Brake pipe inadequately clipped front to rear (3.6.B.1)

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 8 Dec 2014 84,488 miles
Fail 1 Dec 2014 84,484 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively damaged (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 12 Jan 2013 74,982 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2012 70,686 miles

engine appears to not run smooth at idle

n/s number plate light cover broken bulb loose

rear exhaust tailpipe mounting corroded

unable to fully inspect metal brake pipes in clipped area, metal brake pipes all slighty corroded

Pass 6 Jan 2011 66,097 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Rear exhaust mount broken but system still supported

Pass 4 Jan 2010 61,831 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2008 54,071 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2007 49,871 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2007 49,518 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2005 43,038 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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W138 ACY is a 2000 Suzuki Vitara in Black with a 1,590cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 W138 ACY, 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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W138 ACY is a 2000 Suzuki Vitara, first registered on 13 March 2000.

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