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Suzuki Vitara

Blue · Petrol · 1998 · 1,590 cc

S3 EEPMOT history

S3 EEP is a blue petrol Suzuki Vitara first used on 18 Aug 1998. Its MOT expired on 15 Aug 2022 and it has passed 17 of 21 MOT tests, with 58,124 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 1 Aug 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 15 Aug 2022
Mileage
58,124 mi
At MOT on 1 Aug 2022
MOT tests
21
17 passed · 4 failed
Per year
2,245 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S3 EEP
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Suzuki
Model
Vitara
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,590 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
18 Aug 1998
MOT status
MOT expired on 15 Aug 2022
Latest MOT test
1 Aug 2022 (Fail)

Mileage history

S3 EEP was last recorded at 58,124 miles on 1 Aug 2022, 1,008 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 Aug 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
57,116 miles · 2 Aug 2021
Between the last two tests
1,008 miles
Average per year
2,245 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 58,124 miles
  • 2021 – 57,116 miles
  • 2020 – 56,368 miles
  • 2019 – 54,679 miles
  • 2018 – 52,347 miles
  • 2017 – 50,246 miles
  • 2016 – 48,382 miles
  • 2015 – 47,273 miles
  • 2014 – 46,231 miles
  • 2013 – 45,547 miles
  • 2012 – 44,698 miles
  • 2011 – 43,594 miles
  • 2010 – 41,082 miles
  • 2009 – 37,465 miles
  • 2008 – 33,691 miles
  • 2007 – 29,091 miles
  • 2006 – 24,696 miles
  • 2005 – 20,004 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail58,124 miles
  • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn wishbone (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn wishbone (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive front Differential
  • AdvisoryOffside Front step support corroding
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2018
  • AdvisoryAll 4 Coil spring corroded

What MOT failures 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.

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

    Advisory7 MOTs, 2012–2017

  • Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2015

  • Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Exhaust deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Nearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016–2017

Full MOT history

21 tests since 8 Aug 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail58,124 miles (+1,008)3 major1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,124 miles
    Test number
    678315715836
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn wishbone (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn wishbone (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive front Differential
    • AdvisoryOffside Front step support corroding
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryAll 4 Coil spring corroded

  2. Pass57,116 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    57,116 miles
    Test number
    733592966721
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced underside
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

  3. Fail57,116 miles (+748)1 repaired7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,116 miles
    Test number
    903495571049
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced underside
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

  4. Pass56,368 miles (+1,689)1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    56,368 miles
    Test number
    853859626497
    • MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded both fronts (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded both rears (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced underside (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front sidestep fixing broken
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust system corroded
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear tail pipe leaking but not affected emissions

  5. Pass54,679 miles (+2,332)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    54,679 miles
    Test number
    622629117710
    • MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust deteriorated

  6. Pass52,347 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    52,347 miles
    Test number
    479821528745
    • AdvisoryFront foot steps brackets corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake flexi deteriorated
    • AdvisoryOffside Front ball joint gaitor has a small tear
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust deteriorated

  7. Fail52,347 miles (+2,101)1 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,347 miles
    Test number
    352783226868
    • MajorOffside Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront foot steps brackets corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake flexi deteriorated
    • AdvisoryOffside Front ball joint gaitor has a small tear
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust deteriorated

  8. Pass50,246 miles (+3)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    50,246 miles
    Test number
    666322046942
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  9. Fail50,243 miles (+1,861)1 failure6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,243 miles
    Test number
    244303253453
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Body has slight corrosion moderate corrosion wheel arch skin holed (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front anti roll bar link twisted
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Body has slight corrosion moderate corrosion wheel arch skin holed (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front anti roll bar link twisted

  10. Pass48,382 miles (+1,109)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    48,382 miles
    Test number
    104914304343
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded front - rear x2 (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

  11. Pass47,273 miles (+1,042)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    47,273 miles
    Test number
    527965615224
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • NoteFuel filter rust

  12. Pass46,231 miles (+684)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    46,231 miles
    Test number
    516733814299
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteExhaust deteriorated

  13. Pass45,547 miles (+849)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    45,547 miles
    Test number
    317964913429
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • NoteHubcaps fitted

  14. Pass44,698 miles (+1,104)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    44,698 miles
    Test number
    348402422243
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  15. Pass43,594 miles (+2,512)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    43,594 miles
    Test number
    325661621264
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteOffside front tyre is wether cracked

  16. Pass41,082 miles (+3,617)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    41,082 miles
    Test number
    191474510226
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

  17. Pass37,465 miles (+3,774)1 note
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    37,465 miles
    Test number
    900258209207
    • NoteRear brake pipes corroded,o/s/front seat belt buckel needs secureing

  18. Pass33,691 miles (+4,600)
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    33,691 miles
    Test number
    642257018294

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass29,091 miles (+4,395)
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    29,091 miles
    Test number
    873511217278

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass24,696 miles (+4,692)
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    24,696 miles
    Test number
    360089416407

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass20,004 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2006
    Odometer
    20,004 miles
    Test number
    951150925225
    • NoteSlight play in steering box

Questions about S3 EEP

Does S3 EEP currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on S3 EEP expired on 15 Aug 2022, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on S3 EEP?
The MOT on S3 EEP expired on 15 Aug 2022. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has S3 EEP done?
S3 EEP was recorded at 58,124 miles at its MOT on 1 Aug 2022, an average of 2,245 miles a year.
Has S3 EEP ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S3 EEP has failed 4 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 1 Aug 2022.
Has the mileage on S3 EEP 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 S3 EEP find?
S3 EEP failed its latest MOT on 1 Aug 2022 with 3 major defects, 1 defect repaired at the test and 4 advisories: nearside front suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn wishbone; offside front suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn wishbone; offside front track rod end ball joint has excessive play, and 5 more.

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