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W147 DUB

2000 Suzuki Vitara

Blue Petrol 1590cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Nov 2016
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

78,750 mi
Last recorded78,750 miles
Recorded on21 Nov 2015
Typical for 2000 Suzuki Vitara62,541 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW147 DUB
MakeSuzuki
ModelVitara
Year2000
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,590cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Nov 2015 78,750 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2011 76,823 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Oil leak

dry and slightly rusty on chassis,body,fuel pipes and brake pipes all need cleaning and wax oiling throughout the vehicle to keep it in good condition and to protect it

Fail 8 Nov 2011 76,822 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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

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

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Oil leak

dry and slightly rusty on chassis,body,fuel pipes and brake pipes all need cleaning and wax oiling throughout the vehicle to keep it in good condition and to protect it

Pass 11 Nov 2010 72,142 miles

brake pads low.

brake pipes corroded.

brake sticking.

front suspension arms corroded.

fuel pipes coorroded.

inner saills corrroded both sides.

track rod ends corroded.

Pass 9 Nov 2009 68,236 miles

EXHAUST BRACKET BROKEN AT REAR, FRONT PADS LOW, FRONT SUSPENSION ARM CORRODED, INNER SILLS CORRODED, OIL LEAK, FRONT DISKS WORN, FRONT BRAKE FLEXIS PERISHED, O/S/F WING DENTED, BRAKE FLEXI COLLARS RUSTED.

Pass 5 Nov 2008 64,413 miles

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

Nearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

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

Offside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Pass 4 Dec 2007 61,358 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2007 54,968 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2006 46,388 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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W147 DUB is a 2000 Suzuki Vitara in Blue with a 1,590cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 W147 DUB, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was W147 DUB registered?

W147 DUB is a 2000 Suzuki Vitara, first registered on 12 April 2000.

Is W147 DUB safe to buy?

The MOT history for W147 DUB shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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