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W407 RCG

2000 Suzuki Vitara

Blue Petrol 1590cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jul 2023
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

35,352 mi
Last recorded35,352 miles
Recorded on29 Jun 2022
Typical for 2000 Suzuki Vitara62,541 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW407 RCG
MakeSuzuki
ModelVitara
Year2000
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,590cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 29 Jun 2022 35,352 miles

Central Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Jul 2021 35,155 miles

Central Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Central Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 20 Jul 2020 34,924 miles
Pass 14 May 2019 34,496 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2018 34,079 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2017 33,099 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2016 32,252 miles
Pass 28 May 2015 31,383 miles
Pass 10 May 2014 29,857 miles

Rear seatbelts not fully checked, seats folded down

Pass 6 Jun 2013 28,643 miles

Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Fail 6 Jun 2013 28,643 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 7 Jun 2012 28,471 miles

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

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Fail 30 May 2012 28,444 miles

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

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

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 3 Jun 2011 27,397 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2010 25,638 miles

both o/side tyres perished on side walls

Fail 2 Jun 2010 25,638 miles

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

both o/side tyres perished on side walls

Pass 3 Jun 2009 19,496 miles

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

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

Pass 28 May 2008 12,707 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2007 12,169 miles
Fail 11 Jun 2007 12,169 miles

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

Pass 4 May 2006 11,605 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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W407 RCG is a 2000 Suzuki Vitara in Blue with a 1,590cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

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 W407 RCG, 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 W407 RCG registered?

W407 RCG is a 2000 Suzuki Vitara, first registered on 31 July 2000.

Is W407 RCG safe to buy?

The MOT history for W407 RCG shows 21 tests with a 81% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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