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YA16 EWS

2016 Suzuki Vitara

White Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Aug 2027
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

129,790 mi
Last recorded129,790 miles
Recorded on21 Jul 2026
Typical for 2016 Suzuki Vitara43,162 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYA16 EWS
MakeSuzuki
ModelVitara
Year2016
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Jul 2026 129,790 miles

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

Fail 21 Jul 2026 129,790 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 1 Aug 2025 113,077 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside SLIGHT PLAY IN INNER RACK KNUCKLE

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 27 Jul 2024 95,519 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2023 78,255 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2022 66,794 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 2 Aug 2022 66,794 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 30 Jul 2021 56,893 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2020 47,612 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2019 32,766 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 18 Dec 2018 14,409 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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YA16 EWS is a 2016 Suzuki Vitara in White with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 2016 Suzuki Vitara models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.7% with a typical mileage of 43,162 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 YA16 EWS, 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 10 years old, this Suzuki Vitara is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was YA16 EWS registered?

YA16 EWS is a 2016 Suzuki Vitara, first registered on 2 June 2016.

Is YA16 EWS safe to buy?

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