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Suzuki Vitara

Black · Petrol · 1999 · 1,590 cc

T162 JNTMOT history

T162 JNT is a black petrol Suzuki Vitara first used on 30 Apr 1999. Its MOT expired on 4 May 2023 and it has passed 15 of 20 MOT tests, with 55,241 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 Sept 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 4 May 2023
Mileage
55,241 mi
At MOT on 14 Sept 2023
MOT tests
20
15 passed · 5 failed
Per year
2,363 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T162 JNT
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Suzuki
Model
Vitara
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,590 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
30 Apr 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 4 May 2023
Latest MOT test
14 Sept 2023 (Fail)

Mileage history

T162 JNT was last recorded at 55,241 miles on 14 Sept 2023, 3,719 miles more than at the previous MOT on 5 May 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
51,522 miles · 5 May 2022
Between the last two tests
3,719 miles
Average per year
2,363 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 55,241 miles
  • 2022 – 51,522 miles
  • 2019 – 39,790 miles
  • 2018 – 34,267 miles
  • 2017 – 31,410 miles
  • 2016 – 28,625 miles
  • 2015 – 25,493 miles
  • 2014 – 23,525 miles
  • 2013 – 22,610 miles
  • 2012 – 21,550 miles
  • 2011 – 20,491 miles
  • 2010 – 18,762 miles
  • 2009 – 17,697 miles
  • 2008 – 16,416 miles
  • 2007 – 15,234 miles
  • 2006 – 14,104 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail55,241 miles
  • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Inner Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
  • MajorOffside Inner Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
  • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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.

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

  • Coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

Full MOT history

20 tests since 18 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail55,241 miles (+3,719)1 dangerous4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,241 miles
    Test number
    115342977872
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Inner Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Inner Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  2. Pass51,522 miles (+11,732)
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2023
    Odometer
    51,522 miles
    Test number
    897550577175

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass39,790 miles (+69)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    39,790 miles
    Test number
    762682091902
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  4. Fail39,721 miles (+5,454)4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,721 miles
    Test number
    148921425657
    • MajorEmissions not tested (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass34,267 miles (+2,857)
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    34,267 miles
    Test number
    731110125519

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass31,410 miles (+2,785)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    31,410 miles
    Test number
    981603747050
    • AdvisoryRear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test
    • AdvisoryRear coil spring corroded both (2.4.C.1b)

  7. Pass28,625 miles (+3,132)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    28,625 miles
    Test number
    882994625870
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to n/s front suspension arm/rear axle
    • AdvisorySlight crack to no.plate

  8. Pass25,493 miles (+1,968)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    25,493 miles
    Test number
    155275205174
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NotePassenger seat(s) missing at time of test
    • NoteNsf tyre cut in tread but no cords visable

  9. Pass23,525 miles (+915)6 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    23,525 miles
    Test number
    878002014169
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NotePassenger seat(s) missing at time of test

  10. Pass22,610 miles3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    22,610 miles
    Test number
    486636113134
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NotePassenger seat(s) missing at time of test

  11. Fail22,610 miles (+1,060)2 failures3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    22,610 miles
    Test number
    236923913149
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • FailureRear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NotePassenger seat(s) missing at time of test

  12. Pass21,550 miles (+1,059)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    21,550 miles
    Test number
    299421402416
    • AdvisoryRear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NotePassenger seat(s) missing at time of test

  13. Pass20,491 miles (+1,729)
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    20,491 miles
    Test number
    336203201150

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass18,762 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    18,762 miles
    Test number
    813910010108
    • NoteNo rear seats fitted
    • NoteWipers smearing

  15. Fail18,762 miles (+1,065)3 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    18,762 miles
    Test number
    520480910119
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteNo rear seats fitted
    • NoteWipers smearing

  16. Pass17,697 miles (+1,281)1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    17,697 miles
    Test number
    190509319153
    • NoteMid brake lamp permanently disconnected

  17. Pass16,416 miles (+1,182)
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    16,416 miles
    Test number
    652087408161

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass15,234 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    15,234 miles
    Test number
    342307807190

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail15,234 miles (+1,130)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    15,234 miles
    Test number
    313917407199
    • FailureRear Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  20. Pass14,104 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    14,104 miles
    Test number
    222118506182

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T162 JNT

Does T162 JNT currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T162 JNT expired on 4 May 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T162 JNT?
The MOT on T162 JNT expired on 4 May 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T162 JNT done?
T162 JNT was recorded at 55,241 miles at its MOT on 14 Sept 2023, an average of 2,363 miles a year.
Has T162 JNT ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T162 JNT has failed 5 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 14 Sept 2023.
Has the mileage on T162 JNT 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 T162 JNT find?
T162 JNT failed its latest MOT on 14 Sept 2023 with 1 dangerous defect, 4 major defects and 1 advisory: parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value; nearside inner vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting sill; offside inner vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting sill, and 3 more.

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