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X129 EKL

2000 Suzuki Vitara

Blue Petrol 1590cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Dec 2023
Tests23 (18 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate78.3%

Mileage

122,760 mi
Last recorded122,760 miles
Recorded on13 Dec 2022
Typical for 2000 Suzuki Vitara62,541 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX129 EKL
MakeSuzuki
ModelVitara
Year2000
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,590cc

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MOT History

18 pass 5 fail
Pass 13 Dec 2022 122,760 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 15 Dec 2021 114,545 miles

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material before and over axle (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 14 Dec 2020 107,688 miles

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Bumper mountings corroded but not likely to become detached (6.1.4 (a) (i))

Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Fail 13 Sep 2020 107,629 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

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

Pass 4 Sep 2019 106,302 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 24 Sep 2018 102,913 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2017 99,270 miles
Fail 11 Sep 2017 99,270 miles

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

Pass 7 Sep 2016 92,343 miles
Fail 7 Sep 2016 92,343 miles

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

Pass 15 Sep 2015 84,119 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2014 77,528 miles

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

Pass 4 Oct 2013 71,482 miles

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

Fail 30 Sep 2013 71,426 miles

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

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

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

Pass 1 Oct 2012 66,887 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2011 63,184 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2010 58,072 miles
Fail 29 Sep 2010 58,072 miles

Offside Headlamp aim not tested (1.8.A.1c)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 25 Sep 2009 52,029 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2008 46,077 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2007 40,364 miles

Both rear tyres starting to perish

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

Pass 4 Oct 2006 33,645 miles

n/s/f wiper blade in poor condition

rear exhaust corroded

Pass 29 Sep 2005 29,849 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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X129 EKL is a 2000 Suzuki Vitara in Blue with a 1,590cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.3%.

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 X129 EKL, 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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X129 EKL is a 2000 Suzuki Vitara, first registered on 1 September 2000.

Is X129 EKL safe to buy?

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