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W249 RRP

2000 Suzuki Vitara

Black Petrol 1590cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jul 2012
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

146,322 mi
Last recorded146,322 miles
Recorded on14 Jun 2011
Typical for 2000 Suzuki Vitara62,541 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW249 RRP
MakeSuzuki
ModelVitara
Year2000
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,590cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 Jun 2011 146,322 miles

high level stop light not working

Pass 17 Jun 2010 128,665 miles

brakes tested by tapley meter

osf and nsf tyres worn on edges

osf flexe brake pipe slightly perished

osr brake slightly binding

Fail 25 Jun 2009 115,334 miles

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

both front tyres slightly worn on inner edge

front pads getting low

rear brake slightly out of balance ns low

Pass 25 Jun 2009 115,334 miles

both front tyres slightly worn on inner edge

front pads getting low

rear brake slightly out of balance ns low

Pass 8 Jul 2008 104,450 miles
Fail 3 Jul 2008 4,279 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) leaking (2.3.3b) DANGEROUS

Pass 21 Jun 2007 92,158 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2007 91,972 miles

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1) DANGEROUS

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

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

Rear wiper not working.

Pass 13 Jun 2006 78,485 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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W249 RRP is a 2000 Suzuki Vitara in Black with a 1,590cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 W249 RRP, 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 W249 RRP registered?

W249 RRP is a 2000 Suzuki Vitara, first registered on 1 January 2000.

Is W249 RRP safe to buy?

The MOT history for W249 RRP shows 9 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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