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Suzuki Vitara

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 1,590 cc

T209 NBHMOT history

T209 NBH is a blue petrol Suzuki Vitara first used on 1 Jul 1999. Its MOT is valid until 13 Jan 2027 and it has passed 20 of 27 MOT tests, with 127,116 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 Jan 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 13 Jan 2027
Mileage
127,116 mi
At MOT on 14 Jan 2026
MOT tests
27
20 passed · 7 failed
Per year
4,198 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T209 NBH
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Suzuki
Model
Vitara
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,590 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
1 Jul 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 13 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
14 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T209 NBH was last recorded at 127,116 miles on 14 Jan 2026, 106 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
127,010 miles · 7 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
106 miles
Average per year
4,198 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 127,116 miles
  • 2025 – 127,010 miles
  • 2024 – 126,713 miles
  • 2023 – 126,627 miles
  • 2022 – 126,337 miles
  • 2021 – 126,074 miles
  • 2019 – 125,341 miles
  • 2018 – 123,242 miles
  • 2017 – 120,464 miles
  • 2016 – 116,315 miles
  • 2015 – 112,803 miles
  • 2014 – 110,900 miles
  • 2013 – 108,306 miles
  • 2012 – 100,223 miles
  • 2011 – 89,589 miles
  • 2010 – 80,270 miles
  • 2009 – 69,769 miles
  • 2008 – 62,481 miles
  • 2006 – 53,565 miles
  • 2005 – 41,897 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass127,116 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake drum backing plate damp
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Body mount corroded
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Prop shaft joint worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (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.

  • Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2008–2011

  • Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2021

  • Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2014–2016

  • Nearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

  • Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

  • Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2012–2013

Full MOT history

27 tests since 27 Sept 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass127,116 miles (+106)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    127,116 miles
    Test number
    125507493853
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake drum backing plate damp
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Body mount corroded
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Prop shaft joint worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

  2. Pass127,010 miles (+297)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    127,010 miles
    Test number
    149883358915
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Spring Mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Spring Mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  3. Pass126,713 miles (+86)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    126,713 miles
    Test number
    114462406987
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  4. Pass126,627 miles (+290)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    126,627 miles
    Test number
    238833625006
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security All (6.2.2 (d) (i))

  5. Pass126,337 miles (+263)
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    126,337 miles
    Test number
    948042044007

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass126,074 miles (+733)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    126,074 miles
    Test number
    187025874648
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  7. Pass125,341 miles (+2,099)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    125,341 miles
    Test number
    578851136811
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake binding

  8. Pass123,242 miles (+2,778)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    123,242 miles
    Test number
    260828951788
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to body panel-wing
    • AdvisoryOffside Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisorySlight perishing to suspension arm bush(s)

  9. Pass120,464 miles (+4,149)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    120,464 miles
    Test number
    697951730434
    • AdvisorySlight perishing to suspension arm rubber bush(s)
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure has slight corrosion Outer bumper os crossmember corroded but not affecting vehicle structure (6.1.B.2)

  10. Pass116,315 miles (+67)
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    116,315 miles
    Test number
    843918846919

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail116,248 miles (+3,445)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,248 miles
    Test number
    943438477333
    • FailureNearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

  12. Pass112,803 miles (+1,903)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    112,803 miles
    Test number
    757729085185
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • NoteO/s/f/and n/s/f tyres slightly perished

  13. Pass110,900 miles (+20)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    110,900 miles
    Test number
    277520394474
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

  14. Fail110,880 miles (+2,574)5 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,880 miles
    Test number
    849737674164
    • FailureCentre Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)
    • FailureFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  15. Pass108,306 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    108,306 miles
    Test number
    388313243106

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail108,303 miles (+8,080)9 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,303 miles
    Test number
    686716033170
    • FailureCentre Rear Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bearing (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)
    • FailureRear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  17. Pass100,223 miles (+10)3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    100,223 miles
    Test number
    498619032189
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteExhaust tail pipe incomplete
    • NoteNearside front tyre perishing

  18. Fail100,213 miles (+10,624)5 failures3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,213 miles
    Test number
    158398332192
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteExhaust tail pipe incomplete
    • NoteNearside front tyre perishing

  19. Fail89,589 miles2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,589 miles
    Test number
    425449821140
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testRear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  20. Pass89,589 miles (+9,319)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    89,589 miles
    Test number
    985949621173
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  21. Pass80,270 miles (+10,501)1 note
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    80,270 miles
    Test number
    504790530106
    • NoteTemporary repair on rear exhaust

  22. Pass69,769 miles (+7,288)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    69,769 miles
    Test number
    913374339169

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass62,481 miles (+96)2 advisories6 notes
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    62,481 miles
    Test number
    290499758146
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteFlexible fuel pipes at filter ferrules corroded
    • NoteMetal fuel pipe on fuel tank rusty
    • NoteN/s front brake back plate rusty
    • NoteN/s rear tyre worn on inner edge
    • NoteO/s front brake back plate excessively deteriorated
    • NoteTyre sidewalls starting to perish

  24. Fail62,385 miles (+8,820)5 failures2 advisories6 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,385 miles
    Test number
    493942058118
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureRear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteFlexible fuel pipes at filter ferrules corroded
    • NoteMetal fuel pipe on fuel tank rusty
    • NoteN/s front brake back plate rusty
    • NoteN/s rear tyre worn on inner edge
    • NoteO/s front brake back plate excessively deteriorated
    • NoteTyre sidewalls starting to perish

  25. Pass53,565 miles (+11,668)
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    53,565 miles
    Test number
    753497256208

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass41,897 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2006
    Odometer
    41,897 miles
    Test number
    204480975245
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  27. Fail41,897 miles1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,897 miles
    Test number
    351490775434
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Questions about T209 NBH

Does T209 NBH currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T209 NBH is valid until 13 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on T209 NBH?
The MOT on T209 NBH is valid until 13 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T209 NBH done?
T209 NBH was recorded at 127,116 miles at its MOT on 14 Jan 2026, an average of 4,198 miles a year.
Has T209 NBH ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T209 NBH has failed 7 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 5 Jul 2016.
Has the mileage on T209 NBH 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 T209 NBH find?
T209 NBH passed its latest MOT on 14 Jan 2026 with 5 advisories: nearside rear brake drum backing plate damp; nearside rear wheel bearing has slight play; offside rear body mount corroded, and 2 more.

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