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Suzuki Vitara

Black · Petrol · 1998 · 1,590 cc

J66 PVGMOT history

J66 PVG is a black petrol Suzuki Vitara first used on 6 Mar 1998. Its MOT is valid until 22 Jun 2027 and it has passed 21 of 33 MOT tests, with 130,979 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Jun 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 22 Jun 2027
Mileage
130,979 mi
At MOT on 23 Jun 2026
MOT tests
33
21 passed · 12 failed
Per year
3,006 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
J66 PVG
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Suzuki
Model
Vitara
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,590 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
6 Mar 1998
MOT status
MOT valid until 22 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
23 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

J66 PVG was last recorded at 130,979 miles on 23 Jun 2026, 3,444 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 Jun 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
127,535 miles · 16 Jun 2025
Between the last two tests
3,444 miles
Average per year
3,006 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 130,979 miles
  • 2025 – 127,535 miles
  • 2024 – 122,764 miles
  • 2023 – 118,440 miles
  • 2021 – 116,580 miles
  • 2020 – 114,330 miles
  • 2019 – 110,142 miles
  • 2018 – 104,880 miles
  • 2017 – 96,310 miles
  • 2016 – 93,170 miles
  • 2015 – 92,481 miles
  • 2014 – 91,143 miles
  • 2013 – 89,265 miles
  • 2012 – 87,965 miles
  • 2011 – 86,550 miles
  • 2010 – 85,567 miles
  • 2009 – 84,685 miles
  • 2008 – 82,668 miles
  • 2007 – 78,670 miles
  • 2006 – 73,646 miles
  • 2005 – 67,456 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass130,979 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated damaged (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner arch corroded
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryFront brake pads worn lowRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits

    Major4 MOTs, 2019–2025

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2025

  • Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits

    Major3 MOTs, 2019–2025

  • Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits

    Major3 MOTs, 2019–2025

  • Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front bush

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2023

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

    Failure3 MOTs, 2008–2017

Full MOT history

33 tests since 6 May 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass130,979 miles (+3,444)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    130,979 miles
    Test number
    448071019307
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated damaged (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner arch corroded
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront brake pads worn low

  2. Pass127,535 miles1 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    127,535 miles
    Test number
    871278752506
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Wing (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Bumper mountings corroded but not likely to become detached (6.1.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Body mounting (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  3. Fail127,535 miles (+88)7 major10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,535 miles
    Test number
    892431965032
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorFront Position lamp not working n/s and o/s (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear Position lamp not working n/s and o/s (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorRear fog lamp switch inoperative (4.5.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Wing (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Bumper mountings corroded but not likely to become detached (6.1.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Body mounting (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  4. Fail127,447 miles (+4,683)3 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,447 miles
    Test number
    971733434959
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front corrosion inner arch
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre worn low
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear corrosion around body mount
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront brake pads worn low

  5. Pass122,764 miles (+30)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    122,764 miles
    Test number
    288372979450
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Arch hole
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Fail122,734 miles (+4,294)5 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,734 miles
    Test number
    630384106735
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre worn low on outer edge
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded (1.1.11 (c))

  7. Pass118,440 miles (+23)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    118,440 miles
    Test number
    869258987723
    • AdvisoryGearbox mounting defective
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside front inner arch hole
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  8. Fail118,417 miles (+1,837)2 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,417 miles
    Test number
    242473031897
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryGearbox mounting defective
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside front inner arch hole
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  9. Pass116,580 miles (+2,250)1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    116,580 miles
    Test number
    847838661760
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner arch corroded (hole)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  10. Pass114,330 miles (+4,188)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    114,330 miles
    Test number
    279780344765
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre worn low
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive boot floor (7.1.1 (a) (i))

  11. Pass110,142 miles (+53)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    110,142 miles
    Test number
    245638615596
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on limit (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive floor (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive floor (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryExcessive corrosion nearside front inner arch (mounted body)

  12. Fail110,089 miles (+5,209)3 major9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,089 miles
    Test number
    610621437099
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on limit (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive floor (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive floor (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryExcessive corrosion nearside front inner arch (mounted body)

  13. Pass104,880 miles (+30)
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    104,880 miles
    Test number
    493440353072

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail104,850 miles (+8,540)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,850 miles
    Test number
    742353772558
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

  15. Pass96,310 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    96,310 miles
    Test number
    825433790887

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail96,310 miles (+3,140)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,310 miles
    Test number
    861705154805
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

  17. Pass93,170 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    93,170 miles
    Test number
    633429007422

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail93,170 miles (+689)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,170 miles
    Test number
    365004570684
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  19. Pass92,481 miles (+1,338)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    92,481 miles
    Test number
    712321978464
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded Under wing (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Rubber mounts detoriating
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Rubber mounts detoriating
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

  20. Pass91,143 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    91,143 miles
    Test number
    557766344243

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail91,143 miles (+1,878)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,143 miles
    Test number
    327904734472
    • FailureBattery insecure (1.9.1)
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

  22. Pass89,265 miles (+1,300)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    89,265 miles
    Test number
    858128123271
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteO/S front O/S rear N/S rear tyres perishing on outer walls

  23. Pass87,965 miles (+1,415)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    87,965 miles
    Test number
    818469482174

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass86,550 miles (+983)5 notes
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    86,550 miles
    Test number
    735378901191
    • NoteChassis and metal brake pipes corroded
    • NoteFront towing eye damaged
    • NoteOffside and nearside front flexi brake hoses perished
    • NoteTyres perished
    • NoteUnable to measure brake pads

  25. Pass85,567 miles3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    85,567 miles
    Test number
    542699400128
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • NoteFront offside plus both rear tyres are starting to perish and crack

  26. Fail85,567 miles (+882)3 failures3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,567 miles
    Test number
    792186400171
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • NoteFront offside plus both rear tyres are starting to perish and crack

  27. Pass84,685 miles (+7)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    84,685 miles
    Test number
    242016179059
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  28. Fail84,678 miles (+2,010)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,678 miles
    Test number
    803445879000
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  29. Pass82,668 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    82,668 miles
    Test number
    870106918091

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Fail82,666 miles (+3,996)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,666 miles
    Test number
    491755418046
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

  31. Pass78,670 miles (+5,024)
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2008
    Odometer
    78,670 miles
    Test number
    472975847199

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  32. Pass73,646 miles (+6,190)
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2007
    Odometer
    73,646 miles
    Test number
    792701556101

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  33. Pass67,456 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2006
    Odometer
    67,456 miles
    Test number
    330146725160

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about J66 PVG

Does J66 PVG currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on J66 PVG is valid until 22 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on J66 PVG?
The MOT on J66 PVG is valid until 22 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has J66 PVG done?
J66 PVG was recorded at 130,979 miles at its MOT on 23 Jun 2026, an average of 3,006 miles a year.
Has J66 PVG ever failed its MOT?
Yes. J66 PVG has failed 12 of its 33 MOT tests, most recently on 16 Jun 2025.
Has the mileage on J66 PVG ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on J66 PVG find?
J66 PVG passed its latest MOT on 23 Jun 2026 with 1 minor defect and 3 advisories: nearside front lower suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated damaged; nearside front inner arch corroded; oil leak, but not excessive, and 1 more.

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