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Suzuki Vitara

Green · Petrol · 1999 · 1,590 cc

T240 PJAMOT history

T240 PJA is a green petrol Suzuki Vitara first used on 7 Jun 1999. Its MOT expired on 19 Jan 2023 and it has passed 16 of 22 MOT tests, with 59,397 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 Jan 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 19 Jan 2023
Mileage
59,397 mi
At MOT on 14 Jan 2022
MOT tests
22
16 passed · 6 failed
Per year
2,472 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T240 PJA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Suzuki
Model
Vitara
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,590 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
7 Jun 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 19 Jan 2023
Latest MOT test
14 Jan 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

T240 PJA was last recorded at 59,397 miles on 14 Jan 2022, 4,637 miles more than at the previous MOT on 20 Jan 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
54,760 miles · 20 Jan 2021
Between the last two tests
4,637 miles
Average per year
2,472 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 59,397 miles
  • 2021 – 54,760 miles
  • 2020 – 54,751 miles
  • 2019 – 54,089 miles
  • 2018 – 52,925 miles
  • 2017 – 49,844 miles
  • 2016 – 45,518 miles
  • 2015 – 40,891 miles
  • 2014 – 40,792 miles
  • 2013 – 40,177 miles
  • 2012 – 38,218 miles
  • 2011 – 37,384 miles
  • 2010 – 36,103 miles
  • 2009 – 34,802 miles
  • 2008 – 33,220 miles
  • 2007 – 29,491 miles
  • 2006 – 20,788 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass59,397 miles
  • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (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.

  • Items removed from driver's view prior to test

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • BOTH FRONT X MEMBER OUTRIGGERS CORRODED NEAR TO BUMPER BOTH SIDES

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • GENERAL CORROSION UNDER MOST OF VEHICLE

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • HANDBRAKE EFFICIENCY LOW ....ADVISE FULL BRAKE CHECK

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • CORROSION ON MOST OF STEERING AND SUSPENSION PARTS

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

Full MOT history

22 tests since 2 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass59,397 miles (+4,637)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    59,397 miles
    Test number
    868359681901
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  2. Pass54,760 miles (+9)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    54,760 miles
    Test number
    949594408453
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryReverse lights inop

  3. Fail54,751 miles (+662)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,751 miles
    Test number
    870560116709
    • MajorNearside Rear Upper Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength suspension arm (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength shocker mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  4. Pass54,089 miles (+1,164)
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    54,089 miles
    Test number
    123799682579

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass52,925 miles (+3,081)
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    52,925 miles
    Test number
    344333825991

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass49,844 miles (+8)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    49,844 miles
    Test number
    731840768954
    • AdvisoryBOTH FRONT X MEMBER OUTRIGGERS CORRODED NEAR TO BUMPER BOTH SIDES
    • AdvisoryGENERAL CORROSION UNDER MOST OF VEHICLE
    • AdvisoryHANDBRAKE EFFICIENCY LOW ....ADVISE FULL BRAKE CHECK
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

  7. Fail49,836 miles (+4,318)2 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,836 miles
    Test number
    990923968924
    • FailureCentral Stop lamp excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.2.1d)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryBOTH FRONT X MEMBER OUTRIGGERS CORRODED NEAR TO BUMPER BOTH SIDES
    • AdvisoryGENERAL CORROSION UNDER MOST OF VEHICLE
    • AdvisoryHANDBRAKE EFFICIENCY LOW ....ADVISE FULL BRAKE CHECK
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

  8. Pass45,518 miles (+15)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    45,518 miles
    Test number
    190036146765
    • AdvisoryCORROSION ON MOST OF STEERING AND SUSPENSION PARTS
    • AdvisoryN/S HEADLAMP A BIT DULL
    • AdvisoryTemporary repair made to handbrake cable retainers seek dealer advice

  9. Fail45,503 miles (+4,612)7 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,503 miles
    Test number
    552463542282
    • FailureEmissions not tested (7.3.A.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Brake cable insecure (3.5.1d)
    • FailureOffside Brake cable insecure RUBBING ON INSIDE OF TYRE (3.5.1d)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryCORROSION ON MOST OF STEERING AND SUSPENSION PARTS
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryN/S HEADLAMP A BIT DULL

  10. Pass40,891 miles (+99)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    40,891 miles
    Test number
    189338715283
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  11. Pass40,792 miles (+615)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    40,792 miles
    Test number
    916025324237
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  12. Pass40,177 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    40,177 miles
    Test number
    526774523209

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail40,177 miles (+1,959)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,177 miles
    Test number
    285194123285
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)

  14. Pass38,218 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    38,218 miles
    Test number
    705718622295

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail38,216 miles (+832)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,216 miles
    Test number
    318607522208
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureNearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

  16. Pass37,384 miles (+1,281)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    37,384 miles
    Test number
    775862151114
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteFront and rear under body corroded
    • NoteO/s and n/s front susension arms corroded

  17. Pass36,103 miles (+1,301)
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    36,103 miles
    Test number
    314394350174

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass34,802 miles (+1,582)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    34,802 miles
    Test number
    214134259423
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  19. Pass33,220 miles (+3,729)
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    33,220 miles
    Test number
    971038948157

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass29,491 miles (+31)
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    29,491 miles
    Test number
    284460957184

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail29,460 miles (+8,672)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    29,460 miles
    Test number
    632939647115
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)

  22. Pass20,788 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    20,788 miles
    Test number
    442683956115
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Lower Suspension arm slightly distorted (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm slightly distorted (2.4.G.1)

Questions about T240 PJA

Does T240 PJA currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T240 PJA expired on 19 Jan 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T240 PJA?
The MOT on T240 PJA expired on 19 Jan 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T240 PJA done?
T240 PJA was recorded at 59,397 miles at its MOT on 14 Jan 2022, an average of 2,472 miles a year.
Has T240 PJA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T240 PJA has failed 6 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 11 Dec 2020.
Has the mileage on T240 PJA 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 T240 PJA find?
T240 PJA passed its latest MOT on 14 Jan 2022 with 1 advisory: rear vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced.

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