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W814 NAX

2000 Suzuki Vitara

Black Petrol 1590cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Dec 2018
Tests20 (12 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

82,065 mi
Last recorded82,065 miles
Recorded on7 Jan 2019
Typical for 2000 Suzuki Vitara62,541 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW814 NAX
MakeSuzuki
ModelVitara
Year2000
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,590cc

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MOT History

12 pass 8 fail
Fail 7 Jan 2019 82,065 miles

Battery insecure and likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (ii))

Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Nearside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced body mount (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength spring cup on axel (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced cross-member (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced floor strengthener (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Body panel corroded and likely to cause injury wing (6.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced body mount (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner sill /body mount (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure is fractured and structural rigidity is significantly reduced cross-member (6.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear fog lamp does not emit a steady red light (4.5.4 (a))

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced inner and outer sills & floor strengthener (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test ()

Pass 21 Nov 2017 80,118 miles

both rear tyres close to limit

n/s/r tyre very heavily perished

o/s/f brake pipe rusty

rear seats not fitted

rear shocks rusty and damp

underside rusty

various panels / bumpers repaired

wishbones and suspension rusty

Fail 20 Nov 2017 80,118 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases centre box (7.1.2)

Fuel system component leaking fuel filter (7.2.3)

Offside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering chassis rail under drivers feet (6.1.A.1)

both rear tyres close to limit

n/s/r tyre very heavily perished

o/s/f brake pipe rusty

rear seats not fitted

rear shocks rusty and damp

underside rusty

various panels / bumpers repaired

wishbones and suspension rusty

Pass 1 Dec 2016 77,509 miles

all tyres perished

both front wings repaired

both front wishbones rusty

n/s/r shock damp

no rear seats fitted to vehicle

o/s/f bump stop mounting corroded

rear bumper repaired

rear tyres close to limit

surface rust

Pass 21 Dec 2015 74,346 miles

Centre Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.2.1b)

Rear both rear tyres are misshaped

all 4 brake backing plates corroded

Fail 10 Dec 2015 74,344 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

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

Nearside Front Body has a sharp edge caused by corrosion (6.1.C.1)

Nearside Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings chassis leg (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings front of wheel arch (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings near body mount underneath (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings chassis leg (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Offside Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings drivers footwell (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings front of wheel arch (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings near body mount underneath (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings sill (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings body mount (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear coil spring worn so that its cross sectional area is reduced and seriously weakened (2.4.C.1b)

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

Centre Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.2.1b)

Rear both rear tyres are misshaped

all 4 brake backing plates corroded

rev counter not working

Pass 24 Nov 2014 70,565 miles

Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test

Pass 4 Dec 2013 66,925 miles

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

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

Fail 3 Dec 2013 66,925 miles

Emissions not tested (7.0)

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b) DANGEROUS

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

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

Pass 8 Dec 2012 63,427 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

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

Rear exhaust corroded

no rear seats fitted at time of test

Fail 29 Nov 2012 63,427 miles

Nearside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

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

Offside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

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

Rear exhaust corroded

no rear seats fitted at time of test

Pass 11 Nov 2011 59,540 miles

Centre Stop lamp deteriorated, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.2.1d)

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

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

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Pass 18 Nov 2010 55,512 miles

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

part of centre stop lamp not working

Fail 17 Nov 2010 55,512 miles

Centre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e) DANGEROUS

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

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

part of centre stop lamp not working

Pass 20 Nov 2009 50,990 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

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

front and n/s/r tyres perished

n/s/f tyre close to limit

o/s/r tyre very perished

Pass 27 Sep 2008 45,584 miles

all tyres sidewalls slightly perished

rear seats not fitted

Pass 19 Sep 2007 41,176 miles

parking brake has only just met the required efficency.It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair

Fail 18 Sep 2007 41,176 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Offside Rear Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 8 Sep 2006 35,465 miles

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

Oil leak

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

Fail 5 Sep 2006 35,465 miles

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Oil leak

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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W814 NAX is a 2000 Suzuki Vitara in Black with a 1,590cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 W814 NAX, 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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W814 NAX is a 2000 Suzuki Vitara, first registered on 5 May 2000.

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