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X453 JCW

2000 Suzuki Vitara

Green Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Sep 2012
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

106,255 mi
Last recorded106,255 miles
Recorded on30 Sep 2011
Typical for 2000 Suzuki Vitara62,541 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX453 JCW
MakeSuzuki
ModelVitara
Year2000
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Sep 2011 106,255 miles
Fail 24 Sep 2011 106,251 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

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

Pass 24 Sep 2010 98,796 miles
Fail 24 Sep 2010 98,795 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

Rear registration plate obscured (6.3.1d)

Pass 21 Sep 2009 90,078 miles

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

Fail 21 Sep 2009 90,078 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

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

Pass 15 Sep 2008 80,208 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

rear door handle broken but opens

Pass 12 Sep 2007 71,556 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2006 64,416 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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X453 JCW is a 2000 Suzuki Vitara in Green with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 X453 JCW, 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 X453 JCW registered?

X453 JCW is a 2000 Suzuki Vitara, first registered on 1 September 2000.

Is X453 JCW safe to buy?

The MOT history for X453 JCW shows 9 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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