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Suzuki Vitara

Green · Petrol · 1998 · 1,590 cc

S748 RLLMOT history

S748 RLL is a green petrol Suzuki Vitara first used on 29 Sept 1998. Its MOT is valid until 17 Nov 2026 and it has passed 15 of 27 MOT tests, with 84,781 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 Nov 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 17 Nov 2026
Mileage
84,781 mi
At MOT on 18 Nov 2025
MOT tests
27
15 passed · 12 failed
Per year
1,785 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S748 RLL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Suzuki
Model
Vitara
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,590 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
29 Sept 1998
MOT status
MOT valid until 17 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
18 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

S748 RLL was last recorded at 84,781 miles on 18 Nov 2025, 113 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 Feb 2024.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 1 Jun 2009: 39,172 miles, lower than 64,934 miles on 26 May 2009.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
84,668 miles · 6 Feb 2024
Between the last two tests
113 miles
Average per year
1,785 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 84,781 miles
  • 2024 – 84,668 miles
  • 2022 – 84,602 miles
  • 2021 – 84,547 miles
  • 2020 – 83,680 miles
  • 2019 – 83,666 miles
  • 2018 – 82,144 miles
  • 2017 – 79,627 miles
  • 2016 – 78,152 miles
  • 2015 – 78,134 miles
  • 2013 – 77,887 miles
  • 2012 – 76,487 miles
  • 2011 – 72,921 miles
  • 2010 – 68,749 miles
  • 2009 – 39,172 miles
  • 2007 – 59,179 miles
  • 2006 – 49,424 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass84,781 miles
  • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryVehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security All (6.2.2 (d) (i))

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.

  • Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

    Failure3 MOTs, 2006–2016

  • Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)

    Dangerous3 MOTs, 2006–2010

  • Offside Rear fuel pipe looks corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2013–2016

  • Offside Front Body has a sharp edge caused by corrosion (6.1.C.1)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2012–2016

  • Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011–2013

Full MOT history

27 tests since 20 Jan 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass84,781 miles (+113)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    84,781 miles
    Test number
    228235220615
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security All (6.2.2 (d) (i))

  2. Pass84,668 miles (+66)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    84,668 miles
    Test number
    274324553395
    • AdvisoryUnderside of vehicle heavily undersealed

  3. Pass84,602 miles (+55)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    84,602 miles
    Test number
    237451149132
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner wings (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  4. Pass84,547 miles (+867)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    84,547 miles
    Test number
    980355367707
    • AdvisoryBrake slightly spongy
    • AdvisoryUnder body sealed

  5. Pass83,680 miles (+14)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    83,680 miles
    Test number
    937558904820
    • AdvisoryUnderside of vehicle heavily under-sealed

  6. Fail83,666 miles (+1,522)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,666 miles
    Test number
    643393421971
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))

  7. Pass82,144 miles (+2,517)
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    82,144 miles
    Test number
    821482137240

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass79,627 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    79,627 miles
    Test number
    741118323703

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail79,627 miles (+1,475)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,627 miles
    Test number
    473558764827
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

  10. Pass78,152 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2017
    Odometer
    78,152 miles
    Test number
    999490375115
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear fuel pipe looks corroded

  11. Fail78,152 miles (+18)1 dangerous6 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,152 miles
    Test number
    123701632236
    • DangerousOffside Front Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • 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)
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Body has a sharp edge caused by corrosion (6.1.C.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear fuel pipe looks corroded

  12. Fail78,134 miles (+247)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,134 miles
    Test number
    336660705194
    • FailureNearside Front Front passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Vehicle structure has an unsatisfactory modification, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  13. Pass77,887 miles4 notes
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    77,887 miles
    Test number
    427969963131
    • NoteBoth front brake caliper back plates are corroded
    • NoteFuel pipes are heavily corroded
    • NoteO/S front brake pipe / union corroded
    • NoteVehicle is generally heavily corroded underneath

  14. Fail77,887 miles (+1,400)4 failures1 advisory4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,887 miles
    Test number
    227187653199
    • FailureBattery insecure (1.9.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)
    • NoteBoth front brake caliper back plates are corroded
    • NoteFuel pipes are heavily corroded
    • NoteO/S front brake pipe / union corroded
    • NoteVehicle is generally heavily corroded underneath

  15. Pass76,487 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    76,487 miles
    Test number
    155450962126

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail76,487 miles (+3,566)6 failures2 repaired2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,487 miles
    Test number
    869013652134
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Body has a sharp edge caused by corrosion (6.1.C.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureRear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • NoteBattery insecure
    • NoteCoolant leak from corroded radiator

  17. Pass72,921 miles (+15)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    72,921 miles
    Test number
    326727351109
    • AdvisoryUpper Stop lamp obscured but not more than 50% (1.2.1c)
    • NoteBattery insecure

  18. Fail72,906 miles (+4,157)4 dangerous3 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,906 miles
    Test number
    255644151144
    • DangerousNearside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)
    • DangerousNearside Front Brake hose leaking (3.6.A.1)
    • DangerousOffside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)
    • DangerousOffside Front Brake hose leaking (3.6.A.1)
    • FailureFuel cap/sealing device missing (7.2.4a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Registration plate lamp insecure (1.1.C.1c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Registration plate lamp shows direct white light to the rear (1.1.C.1f)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryUpper Stop lamp obscured but not more than 50% (1.2.1c)
    • NoteBattery insecure

  19. Pass68,749 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    68,749 miles
    Test number
    851573750199

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail68,745 miles (+29,573)2 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,745 miles
    Test number
    740012550103
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.8)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)
    • NoteBrake hoses are corroding ( ferruls )
    • NoteRear petrol pipes are corroding

  21. Pass39,172 miles (-25,762)
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2010
    Odometer
    39,172 miles
    Test number
    461362159106

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail64,934 miles (+5,755)1 dangerous5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,934 miles
    Test number
    281696049429
    • DangerousParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear passenger seat cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear passenger seat cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.3)
    • FailureRear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  23. Pass59,179 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    59,179 miles
    Test number
    730681607240

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail59,179 miles (+9,755)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,179 miles
    Test number
    601440607251
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  25. Pass49,424 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2007
    Odometer
    49,424 miles
    Test number
    200361636072

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail49,424 miles (+37)2 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,424 miles
    Test number
    112043126022
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteBattery insecure

  27. Fail49,387 miles6 failures1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,387 miles
    Test number
    312840026035
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureFront rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • FailureRear Exhaust tailpipe not capable of allowing the emission probe to be inserted (7.3.D.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteBattery insecure
    • NoteUnable to check condition of sills due to trim panels fitted

Questions about S748 RLL

Does S748 RLL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S748 RLL is valid until 17 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on S748 RLL?
The MOT on S748 RLL is valid until 17 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S748 RLL done?
S748 RLL was recorded at 84,781 miles at its MOT on 18 Nov 2025, an average of 1,785 miles a year.
Has S748 RLL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S748 RLL has failed 12 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 5 Dec 2019.
Has the mileage on S748 RLL ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 1 Jun 2009. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on S748 RLL find?
S748 RLL passed its latest MOT on 18 Nov 2025 with 1 minor defect and 1 advisory: offside registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security all.

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