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W801 EYG

2000 Suzuki Vitara

Red Petrol 1590cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Apr 2017
Tests16 (10 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

89,802 mi
Last recorded89,802 miles
Recorded on27 Apr 2016
Typical for 2000 Suzuki Vitara62,541 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW801 EYG
MakeSuzuki
ModelVitara
Year2000
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,590cc

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MOT History

10 pass 6 fail
Pass 27 Apr 2016 89,802 miles

oil leak

Fail 26 Apr 2016 89,801 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

oil leak

Pass 27 Apr 2015 81,737 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Fail 4 Nov 2014 81,653 miles

Emissions not tested (7.3.A.1)

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

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

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

front discs worn

Pass 24 Sep 2013 72,454 miles

front discs worn

Pass 27 Sep 2012 62,282 miles
Fail 27 Sep 2012 62,281 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Oil leak

brake pipes covered in grease

Pass 30 Aug 2011 53,257 miles

Front bumper insecure

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

Fail 30 Aug 2011 53,257 miles

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

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

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Front bumper insecure

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

Pass 30 Sep 2010 50,236 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2009 46,158 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 18 Aug 2008 42,455 miles
Fail 18 Aug 2008 42,455 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 21 Aug 2007 36,776 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2006 29,938 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (3.6.B.4d)

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

both rear tyres crackede

oil level low

Fail 30 Aug 2006 29,938 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (3.6.B.4d)

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

both rear tyres crackede

oil level low

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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W801 EYG is a 2000 Suzuki Vitara in Red with a 1,590cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 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 W801 EYG, 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 W801 EYG registered?

W801 EYG is a 2000 Suzuki Vitara, first registered on 16 June 2000.

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