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W973 VUH

2000 Suzuki Vitara

Red Petrol 1590cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jun 2017
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

64,471 mi
Last recorded64,471 miles
Recorded on18 Aug 2017
Typical for 2000 Suzuki Vitara62,541 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW973 VUH
MakeSuzuki
ModelVitara
Year2000
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,590cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Fail 18 Aug 2017 64,471 miles

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported MISSING (7.1.1)

Fail 28 Jun 2017 64,418 miles

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

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

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

Pass 14 Jun 2016 59,867 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2014 55,243 miles

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

rear exhaust is slightly deteriorated,still fully supported.

Fail 3 Dec 2014 55,243 miles

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

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

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

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

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

n/s/r brake may need adjustment soon,ok at time of test.

rear exhaust is slightly deteriorated,still fully supported.

Pass 3 Dec 2013 51,442 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2012 45,757 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2012 43,612 miles

Offside Front All position lamps have light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3b)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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

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

rear wiper blade split

sill covers

tailgate handle damaged

Pass 13 Dec 2010 43,119 miles

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

condensation in both headlights

covers fitted to outer sills

rear brake pipe to hose corroding

rear wiper blade split

Pass 7 Nov 2009 42,088 miles

Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

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

Pass 13 Jun 2008 40,519 miles

rear door handle broken at time of test,not excessive at test.

Pass 11 Jun 2007 37,876 miles

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

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

Pass 16 Jun 2006 34,469 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2005 29,809 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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W973 VUH is a 2000 Suzuki Vitara in Red with a 1,590cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 W973 VUH, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was W973 VUH registered?

W973 VUH is a 2000 Suzuki Vitara, first registered on 29 July 2000.

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The MOT history for W973 VUH shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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