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W97 WFB

2000 Suzuki Vitara

Blue Petrol 1590cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Nov 2018
Tests21 (12 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

59,887 mi
Last recorded59,887 miles
Recorded on3 Nov 2017
Typical for 2000 Suzuki Vitara62,541 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW97 WFB
MakeSuzuki
ModelVitara
Year2000
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,590cc

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MOT History

12 pass 9 fail
Pass 3 Nov 2017 59,887 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Offside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

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

Rear seats removed at time of test

Fail 25 Oct 2017 59,873 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

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

Offside Front Front suspension has a suspension lower ball joint securing nut not locked split pin missing (2.5.B.1a)

rear brake application uneven 53% (3.7.B.2)

Nearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Offside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

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

Rear seats removed at time of test

Fail 3 Oct 2016 59,800 miles

Nearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

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

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

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

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

Offside Front Steering component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded chassis- steering box mount (2.2.C.1h)

Offside Front Upper Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Offside Front tyre perished but no cords exposed

Pass 21 Oct 2015 59,169 miles

Nearside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front tyre perished but not exposing cords

Offside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Oil leak

Fail 21 Oct 2015 59,169 miles

Nearside Front Steering component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.2.C.1h)

Offside Front Steering component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.2.C.1h)

Offside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front tyre perished but not exposing cords

Oil leak

offside wiper blade split

Pass 27 Oct 2014 53,742 miles

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Fail 22 Oct 2014 58,740 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Offside Front Brake pipe inadequately supported (3.6.B.1)

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

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

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 8 Oct 2013 58,170 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2012 57,476 miles

Battery support tray corroded leaving battery insecure

Fail 17 Oct 2012 57,476 miles

Nearside Rear Radius arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Radius arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Fail 19 Oct 2011 56,384 miles

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

Pass 19 Oct 2011 56,384 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2010 54,725 miles

Both front tyres slightly perished on side walls

Pass 26 Oct 2009 53,680 miles

Battery insecure

slight oil leak from engine

underside of vehicle very muddy

Pass 24 Oct 2008 52,321 miles

All tyres showing signs of perrishing

All tyres slightly mishaped

Battery tray corroded

Both front lower arm bushes worn

Brake servo pipe in poor condition

Clutch rubber missing

Corrosion next to seat belt mount in rear of vehicle.

Fuel lines on top of tank with slight corrosion

Oil leak

Rear exhaust deteriorated

Rear seats not fitted at time of test, seat belts not checked as half of belt attached to missing seat.

Fail 23 Oct 2008 52,321 miles

Offside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

All tyres showing signs of perrishing

All tyres slightly mishaped

Battery tray corroded

Both front lower arm bushes worn

Brake servo pipe in poor condition

Clutch rubber missing

Corrosion next to seat belt mount in rear of vehicle.

Front tyres soft

Fuel filter damaged

Fuel lines on top of tank with slight corrosion

Oil leak

Rear exhaust deteriorated

Rear seats not fitted at time of test, seat belts not checked as half of belt attached to missing seat.

Pass 30 Oct 2007 50,667 miles

Clutch and brake pedal rubbers worn.

Corrosion to floor pan NSR seat belt area, not a failure due to no seats being fitted @ time of test.

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

NSF & NSR tyres with perishing to side wall.

Nearside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

No rear seats fitted @ time of test. †Rear seat belts not tested.

Offside inner track rod end joint cover split/missing

Slight play in both front drive shafts and 4x4 system.

Fail 22 Oct 2007 50,665 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

Offside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) (2.2.A.1b)

Clutch and brake pedal rubbers worn.

Corrosion to floor pan NSR seat belt area, not a failure due to no seats being fitted @ time of test.

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

NSF & NSR tyres with perishing to side wall.

Nearside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

No rear seats fitted @ time of test. †Rear seat belts not tested.

Offside inner track rod end joint cover split/missing

Slight play in both front drive shafts and 4x4 system.

Pass 28 Sep 2006 48,734 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2005 42,805 miles
Fail 24 Sep 2005 42,805 miles

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

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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W97 WFB is a 2000 Suzuki Vitara in Blue with a 1,590cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 W97 WFB, 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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W97 WFB is a 2000 Suzuki Vitara, first registered on 29 June 2000.

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