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Suzuki Vitara

Black · Petrol · 1999 · 1,590 cc

T239 RGBMOT history

T239 RGB is a black petrol Suzuki Vitara first used on 24 Jun 1999. Its MOT expired on 26 Mar 2024 and it has passed 15 of 30 MOT tests, with 94,622 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Mar 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 26 Mar 2024
Mileage
94,622 mi
At MOT on 27 Mar 2023
MOT tests
30
15 passed · 15 failed
Per year
3,752 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T239 RGB
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
24 Jun 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 26 Mar 2024
Latest MOT test
27 Mar 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

T239 RGB was last recorded at 94,622 miles on 27 Mar 2023, 683 miles more than at the previous MOT on 29 Nov 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
93,939 miles · 29 Nov 2022
Between the last two tests
683 miles
Average per year
3,752 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 94,622 miles
  • 2022 – 93,939 miles
  • 2021 – 91,094 miles
  • 2020 – 87,922 miles
  • 2019 – 78,251 miles
  • 2018 – 71,823 miles
  • 2017 – 63,202 miles
  • 2015 – 63,181 miles
  • 2014 – 58,546 miles
  • 2013 – 51,828 miles
  • 2012 – 50,007 miles
  • 2011 – 49,620 miles
  • 2010 – 49,535 miles
  • 2009 – 44,658 miles
  • 2008 – 40,980 miles
  • 2007 – 35,317 miles
  • 2006 – 32,105 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass94,622 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Sill damaged
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (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)

    Dangerous6 MOTs, 2007–2014

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2014–2018

  • Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported

    Failure3 MOTs, 2010–2014

  • Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively

    Failure3 MOTs, 2007–2011

  • Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement arm front bush worn passenger side

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

30 tests since 28 Jul 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass94,622 miles (+683)3 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    94,622 miles
    Test number
    829653681853
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Sill damaged
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  2. Pass93,939 miles (+11)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    93,939 miles
    Test number
    615473923684
    • AdvisoryFront outer wings showing signs of damage
  3. Fail93,928 miles (+2,834)2 dangerous8 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,928 miles
    Test number
    471203315194
    • DangerousNearside Front Track rod end ball joint worn to the extent there is a serious risk of detachment (2.1.3 (b) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Track rod end ball joint worn to the extent there is a serious risk of detachment (2.1.3 (b) (ii))
    • MajorBrake pedal has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))
    • MajorEmissions not tested cam belt cover touching the belt battery went flat through out test (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorNearside Front Steering linkage ball joint has excessive play inner tie bar (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Steering linkage ball joint has excessive play inner tie bar (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Macpherson strut pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Registration plate lamp missing in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
  4. Pass91,094 miles (+3,172)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    91,094 miles
    Test number
    686385869656
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  5. Pass87,922 miles (+9,671)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    87,922 miles
    Test number
    658164426752
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  6. Pass78,251 miles (+237)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    78,251 miles
    Test number
    874496939421
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement arm front bush worn passenger side (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint has slight play passenger side (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear pipe slight corrosion at chassis (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear diff and lower spring cups corroded
  7. Fail78,014 miles (+6,191)3 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,014 miles
    Test number
    833686330020
    • MajorCentral Brake pedal anti-slip provision missing (1.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement arm front bush worn passenger side (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint has slight play passenger side (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear pipe slight corrosion at chassis (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear diff and lower spring cups corroded
  8. Pass71,823 miles (+11)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    71,823 miles
    Test number
    394573679243
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  9. Fail71,812 miles (+8,610)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,812 miles
    Test number
    475991854800
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  10. Pass63,202 miles (+10)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    63,202 miles
    Test number
    268114338378
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
  11. Fail63,192 miles (+11)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,192 miles
    Test number
    228226051253
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle 57% (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
  12. Fail63,181 miles (+4,635)9 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,181 miles
    Test number
    909283834462
    • FailureBattery insecure (1.9.1)
    • FailureBrake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureFront Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded both floorpans (5.2.6)
    • FailureNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded inner sill (5.2.6)
    • FailureOffside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailurePower steering inoperative (2.3.3a)
    • FailurePower steering pump insecure (2.3.6)
    • FailureRear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded both floorpans (5.2.6)
    • FailureWindscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)
    • AdvisoryExhaust system corroded at rear
    • AdvisoryHeavy corrosion to most body mounts and vehicle underside
  13. Pass58,546 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    58,546 miles
    Test number
    916142014275
    • NoteCorrosion to both front body mounts - not within any prescribed areas
    • NoteCorrosion to various areas of vehicle underside
  14. Fail58,546 miles (+7)6 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,546 miles
    Test number
    728039404265
    • FailureNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureNearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureRear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureRear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • NoteCorrosion to both front body mounts - not within any prescribed areas
    • NoteCorrosion to various areas of vehicle underside
  15. Fail58,539 miles (+6,711)2 dangerous13 failures3 advisories5 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,539 miles
    Test number
    398483104484
    • DangerousParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • DangerousFuel filter heavily corroded but not leaking
    • FailureBattery insecure (1.9.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Upper Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.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 wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)
    • NoteCentre exhaust system deteriorated but not leaking
    • NoteMajor oil leak
    • NoteOffside rear fuel pipes slight corrosion
    • NoteRear exhaust system hanger broken but system supported
    • NoteVehicle rear axle heavily corroded but not excessively weakened
  16. Pass51,828 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    51,828 miles
    Test number
    269730403291

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail51,828 miles (+1,821)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,828 miles
    Test number
    785060403227
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • FailureNearside Outer Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
  18. Pass50,007 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    50,007 miles
    Test number
    145902612365
    • NoteClutch pedal rubber insecure
  19. Fail50,007 miles (+387)4 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,007 miles
    Test number
    348002812318
    • Repaired at testExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • Repaired at testExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • Repaired at testExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Brake pipe inadequately clipped (3.6.B.1)
    • NoteClutch pedal rubber insecure
  20. Pass49,620 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    49,620 miles
    Test number
    876621481254
    • NoteO/s wing mirror backing loose
    • NoteO/s/r light unit damaged,not showing any white light
  21. Fail49,620 miles (+12)7 failures3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,620 miles
    Test number
    368648171202
    • FailureNearside Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • 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 flexible stalk deteriorated likely to lead to failure under load (5.2.4a)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • NoteFuel flap lock not locking
    • NoteO/s wing mirror backing loose
    • NoteO/s/r light unit damaged,not showing any white light
  22. Fail49,608 miles (+73)4 dangerous8 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,608 miles
    Test number
    626390711115
    • DangerousNearside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)
    • DangerousOffside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)
    • DangerousOffside Front Brake hose leaking (3.6.A.1)
    • DangerousRear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.D.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.D.4)
    • FailurePower steering disconnected where it is standard fitment (2.3.3a)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureRear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteBattery insecure
  23. Fail49,535 miles (+4,877)10 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,535 miles
    Test number
    202340730340
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • FailureOffside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureRear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  24. Pass44,658 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    44,658 miles
    Test number
    793971039222

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail44,656 miles (+3,676)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,656 miles
    Test number
    254515729288
    • FailureFront rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureRear rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
  26. Pass40,980 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    40,980 miles
    Test number
    311176138265

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail40,980 miles (+5,663)8 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,980 miles
    Test number
    352523738422
    • FailureExhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • FailureNearside Inner Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureNearside Inner Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureRear Exhaust mounting missing (7.1.1b)
  28. Pass35,317 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    35,317 miles
    Test number
    513029127200

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Fail35,315 miles (+3,210)6 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,315 miles
    Test number
    822311627266
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp missing (1.3.2a)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
  30. Pass32,105 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    32,105 miles
    Test number
    480679006246
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteRear exhaust rusty & weak

Questions about T239 RGB

Does T239 RGB currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T239 RGB expired on 26 Mar 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T239 RGB?
The MOT on T239 RGB expired on 26 Mar 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T239 RGB done?
T239 RGB was recorded at 94,622 miles at its MOT on 27 Mar 2023, an average of 3,752 miles a year.
Has T239 RGB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T239 RGB has failed 15 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 28 Oct 2022.
Has the mileage on T239 RGB 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 T239 RGB find?
T239 RGB passed its latest MOT on 27 Mar 2023 with 3 minor defects and 3 advisories: nearside front anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; nearside front suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; offside front anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated, and 3 more.

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