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Suzuki Vitara

Green and Silver · Petrol · 1998 · 1,590 cc

S85 BSXMOT history

S85 BSX is a green and silver petrol Suzuki Vitara first used on 29 Oct 1998. Its MOT is valid until 15 Jun 2027 and it has passed 9 of 15 MOT tests, with 78,238 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 Jun 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 15 Jun 2027
Mileage
78,238 mi
At MOT on 13 Jun 2026
MOT tests
15
9 passed · 6 failed
Per year
2,432 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S85 BSX
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Suzuki
Model
Vitara
Colour
Green and Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,590 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
29 Oct 1998
MOT status
MOT valid until 15 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
13 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S85 BSX was last recorded at 78,238 miles on 13 Jun 2026, 62 miles more than at the previous MOT on 5 Jun 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
78,176 miles · 5 Jun 2026
Between the last two tests
62 miles
Average per year
2,432 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 78,238 miles
  • 2025 – 76,319 miles
  • 2024 – 74,881 miles
  • 2023 – 55,278 miles
  • 2022 – 52,827 miles
  • 2021 – 49,931 miles
  • 2020 – 47,711 miles
  • 2010 – 42,449 miles
  • 2009 – 36,109 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass78,238 miles
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Front pipe (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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.

  • Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn

    Major2 MOTs, 2025–2026

  • Nearside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play

    Major2 MOTs, 2021–2026

  • Front Inner Brake disc worn, but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

15 tests since 16 Feb 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass78,238 miles (+62)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    78,238 miles
    Test number
    465188031075
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Front pipe (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Fail78,176 miles (+1,857)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,176 miles
    Test number
    153354335473
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Front pipe (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass76,319 miles (+69)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    76,319 miles
    Test number
    435541563615

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail76,250 miles (+1,369)7 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,250 miles
    Test number
    568256759650
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Inner arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Inner arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnderbody undersealed

  5. Pass74,881 miles (+19,603)1 dangerous4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    74,881 miles
    Test number
    110459558350
    • DangerousBattery loose
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wear / movement to wheel bearing /hub /shaft
    • AdvisoryOffside Front steering links worn
    • AdvisoryRear number plate deteriated / 3D digits
    • AdvisoryOil leak to steering box

  6. Pass55,278 miles (+2,451)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    55,278 miles
    Test number
    872038154909
    • AdvisoryFull underneath vehicle covered in underseal

  7. Pass52,827 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    52,827 miles
    Test number
    234721282719

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail52,827 miles (+2,896)1 dangerous1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,827 miles
    Test number
    337518507520
    • DangerousOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))
    • Repaired at testCentral Rear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))

  9. Pass49,931 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    49,931 miles
    Test number
    533242986170
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  10. Fail49,930 miles (+2,219)1 dangerous3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,930 miles
    Test number
    208131004243
    • DangerousFront Steering box has excessive movement between sector shaft and the drop arm offside and nearside (2.1.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  11. Pass47,711 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    47,711 miles
    Test number
    184765599808
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All brake pipes covered with underseal (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryVehicle undersealed

  12. Fail47,711 miles (+5,262)3 dangerous5 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,711 miles
    Test number
    952176731434
    • DangerousNearside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded and likely to fail (1.1.12 (f) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded and likely to fail (1.1.12 (f) (ii))
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorBrake pipe excessively corroded FRONT TO REAR PIPE (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorEmissions not tested DUE TO EXHAUST BLOWING (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorExhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar vehicle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (8.1.1 (a))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

  13. Pass42,449 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    42,449 miles
    Test number
    141884150077

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail42,449 miles (+6,340)4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,449 miles
    Test number
    874287440006
    • FailureBrake pedal spongy (3.3.B.1b)
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureOffside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)
    • FailurePower steering component(s) leaking from a failed seal (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  15. Pass36,109 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    36,109 miles
    Test number
    333097449048
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Questions about S85 BSX

Does S85 BSX currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S85 BSX is valid until 15 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on S85 BSX?
The MOT on S85 BSX is valid until 15 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S85 BSX done?
S85 BSX was recorded at 78,238 miles at its MOT on 13 Jun 2026, an average of 2,432 miles a year.
Has S85 BSX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S85 BSX has failed 6 of its 15 MOT tests, most recently on 5 Jun 2026.
Has the mileage on S85 BSX 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 S85 BSX find?
S85 BSX passed its latest MOT on 13 Jun 2026 with 2 advisories: exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front pipe; offside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge.

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