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X949 AKY

2000 Suzuki Vitara

Blue Petrol 1590cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Feb 2011
Tests9 (5 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate55.6%

Mileage

69,647 mi
Last recorded69,647 miles
Recorded on1 Mar 2010
Typical for 2000 Suzuki Vitara62,541 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX949 AKY
MakeSuzuki
ModelVitara
Year2000
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,590cc

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MOT History

5 pass 4 fail
Pass 1 Mar 2010 69,647 miles

as per old vt32

n/s beam image poor

Fail 16 Feb 2010 69,471 miles

An item not tested (Manual)

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

battery insecure

cambelt last changed?

exhaust centre and rear sections in poor condition and leaking

front disc pads will require replacement in approx 1500 miles

front number plate damaged

offside front brake hose perished

offside front brake pipe rusty

rear brake hose ferules rusty

rear door outer handle incomplete

uneven rise and fall between rear brakes

various body/bumper defects

various oil leaks

wipers foul scuttle panel and are split

Pass 3 Oct 2008 63,667 miles

exhaust tailpipe leaking and silencer in poor condition

front number plate damaged

offside front brake hose deteriorated.

offside front brake pipe rusty

oil leak present

unable to open tailgate

Fail 30 Sep 2008 63,613 miles

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

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Registration plate lamp shows direct white light to the rear (1.1.C.1f)

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

body damage to offside rear wing

cambelt last changed?

dashboard warning light on

exhaust tailpipe leaking and silencer in poor condition

front brake hoses perished

front number plate damaged

offside front brake pipe rusty

oil leak present

unable to open tailgate

Pass 25 Sep 2007 56,718 miles

cambelt last changed?

exhaust silencer and tail pipe in poor condition

front brake hoses cracked and perished

front number plate damaged

front tyres cracked and perished

offside front brake pipe rusty

radiater leaking

unable to open rear door from outer handle (handle damaged)

various oil leaks

wipers poor

Pass 19 Sep 2006 50,129 miles

as per previous vt32

Fail 18 Sep 2006 50,129 miles

An item not tested (Manual)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

rear brakes release unevenly (3.7.B.4)

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

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

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

eng oil leak, coolant low & rad slight leak, spark plug leads loose

n/s/f tyre wearing on outer edge

n/s/r brake drum damp, brake fluid level low

rear door handle broken, front no plate cracked, hi-level brake light n/w fully

o/s/f tyre worn on outer edge to limits

Pass 23 Sep 2005 40,262 miles

as per previous vt32

Fail 23 Sep 2005 40,262 miles

Front registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Nearside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

o/s/f seat upholstry worn

rear axle corroding

rear door handle broken

rear wiper poor

n/s h/lamp aim on upper limit

n/s/r brake noisy & imb high

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

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

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

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

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

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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X949 AKY is a 2000 Suzuki Vitara in Blue with a 1,590cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 55.6%.

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 X949 AKY, 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 X949 AKY registered?

X949 AKY is a 2000 Suzuki Vitara, first registered on 25 November 2000.

Is X949 AKY safe to buy?

The MOT history for X949 AKY shows 9 tests with a 55.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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