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W518 XDM

2000 Suzuki Vitara

Black Petrol 1590cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Oct 2014
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

88,122 mi
Last recorded88,122 miles
Recorded on16 Oct 2013
Typical for 2000 Suzuki Vitara62,541 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW518 XDM
MakeSuzuki
ModelVitara
Year2000
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,590cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Oct 2013 88,122 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2012 85,157 miles

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 6 Dec 2010 79,997 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2009 72,936 miles

Front Tie bar/rod has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

Pass 8 Nov 2008 66,458 miles

engine oil level low

ns door handle insecure

play in both front antiroll bar linkage bushes

Fail 7 Nov 2008 66,432 miles

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

Inner Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Rear Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)

Nearside Rear Mechanical brake component locking device insecure (3.5.1l)

engine oil level low

ns door handle insecure

play in both front antiroll bar linkage bushes

Pass 9 Nov 2007 62,442 miles
Fail 9 Nov 2007 62,442 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

offside and nearside front brake pads getting low

rear exhaust system heavily carroded

Pass 8 Nov 2006 58,479 miles

Temporary fuel cap fitted

water ingress from the windscreen area

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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W518 XDM 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 77.8%.

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 W518 XDM, 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 W518 XDM registered?

W518 XDM is a 2000 Suzuki Vitara, first registered on 8 July 2000.

Is W518 XDM safe to buy?

The MOT history for W518 XDM shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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