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YR16 XHV

2016 Suzuki Vitara

Red Petrol 1586cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Dec 2026
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

70,953 mi
Last recorded70,953 miles
Recorded on9 Dec 2025
Typical for 2016 Suzuki Vitara43,162 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYR16 XHV
MakeSuzuki
ModelVitara
Year2016
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,586cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Dec 2025 70,953 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2024 60,392 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2024 47,476 miles
Fail 19 Jan 2024 47,476 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 19 Jan 2023 40,630 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 27 Jan 2022 34,948 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2021 27,828 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2020 23,208 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2019 18,788 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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YR16 XHV is a 2016 Suzuki Vitara in Red with a 1,586cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 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 YR16 XHV, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of YR16 XHV?

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What year was YR16 XHV registered?

YR16 XHV is a 2016 Suzuki Vitara, first registered on 31 March 2016.

Is YR16 XHV safe to buy?

The MOT history for YR16 XHV shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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