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X396 VVY

2000 Suzuki Vitara

Silver Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Nov 2012
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

101,214 mi
Last recorded101,214 miles
Recorded on14 Nov 2011
Typical for 2000 Suzuki Vitara62,541 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX396 VVY
MakeSuzuki
ModelVitara
Year2000
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Nov 2011 101,214 miles

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

Pass 25 Nov 2010 91,780 miles

All brake pipes coated with grease

Nail in offside front tyre

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Steel wheel fitted O/S/R

Pass 15 Dec 2009 83,426 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2008 71,731 miles
Fail 17 Aug 2007 65,302 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 17 Aug 2007 65,302 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2006 58,831 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2005 49,076 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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X396 VVY is a 2000 Suzuki Vitara in Silver with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 X396 VVY, 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

How do I check the history of X396 VVY?

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What year was X396 VVY registered?

X396 VVY is a 2000 Suzuki Vitara, first registered on 30 November 2000.

Is X396 VVY safe to buy?

The MOT history for X396 VVY shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does X396 VVY have outstanding finance?

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