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W897 VHR

2000 Suzuki Vitara

Black Petrol 1590cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Mar 2018
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

106,354 mi
Last recorded106,354 miles
Recorded on30 Mar 2017
Typical for 2000 Suzuki Vitara62,541 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW897 VHR
MakeSuzuki
ModelVitara
Year2000
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,590cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Mar 2017 106,354 miles

oil leak

Fail 28 Mar 2017 106,345 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

oil leak

Pass 17 Mar 2016 105,604 miles

Oil leak

Rear Drive shaft uj which forms part of the suspension has slight play in a universal joint (2.4.G.4b)

Underside of the vehicle showing signs of corrosion

Pass 26 Mar 2015 104,324 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Underside of the vehicle showing signs of corrosion

Pass 24 Mar 2014 103,138 miles

Centre Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 22 Mar 2013 100,098 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2012 96,663 miles

underside of the vehicle showing some signs of corrosion

Pass 28 Mar 2011 92,102 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

underside of the vehicle showing some signs of corrosion

Pass 23 Mar 2010 86,930 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2009 80,474 miles

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

Pass 28 Mar 2008 69,100 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2008 69,034 miles

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 26 Apr 2007 62,491 miles
Fail 26 Apr 2007 62,491 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

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

Pass 5 May 2006 53,269 miles
Fail 5 May 2006 53,269 miles

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

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

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

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

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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W897 VHR is a 2000 Suzuki Vitara in Black with a 1,590cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 W897 VHR, 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 W897 VHR registered?

W897 VHR is a 2000 Suzuki Vitara, first registered on 20 June 2000.

Is W897 VHR safe to buy?

The MOT history for W897 VHR shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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