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X421 EBM

2000 Suzuki Vitara

Blue Petrol 1590cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Sep 2026
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

93,553 mi
Last recorded93,553 miles
Recorded on19 Sep 2025
Typical for 2000 Suzuki Vitara62,541 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX421 EBM
MakeSuzuki
ModelVitara
Year2000
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,590cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 19 Sep 2025 93,553 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

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

Offside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Fail 22 Jul 2025 93,548 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

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

Offside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 19 Jun 2024 91,842 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 30 Aug 2022 90,322 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 19 Mar 2021 89,862 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2018 89,520 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2017 88,196 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 28 Jun 2016 88,018 miles

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

Fail 28 Jun 2016 88,018 miles

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

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

Pass 2 Jul 2015 87,942 miles

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

nearside front brake back plate corroded

offside rear brake pipe corroded

Pass 1 Jul 2014 87,691 miles

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

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

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

Pass 6 Jul 2012 87,682 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2010 71,465 miles

brake fluid below max

rad is in poor condition

rear brake pipe is forming corosion

slight oil leak

Pass 4 Apr 2009 63,807 miles
Fail 4 Apr 2009 63,807 miles

Rear Exhaust mounting missing (7.1.1b)

Pass 20 Mar 2008 56,772 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Oil leak

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

nearside rear wheel slightly stiff to turn

Fail 16 Mar 2007 51,047 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

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

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Pass 16 Mar 2007 51,047 miles

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

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

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

Pass 21 Mar 2006 46,350 miles
Fail 21 Mar 2006 46,350 miles

Nearside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

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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X421 EBM is a 2000 Suzuki Vitara in Blue with a 1,590cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 X421 EBM, 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 X421 EBM registered?

X421 EBM is a 2000 Suzuki Vitara, first registered on 5 October 2000.

Is X421 EBM safe to buy?

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