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Suzuki Vitara

Green · Petrol · 1999 · 1,590 cc

T251 PWPMOT history

T251 PWP is a green petrol Suzuki Vitara first used on 26 May 1999. Its MOT expired on 15 Mar 2024 and it has passed 17 of 24 MOT tests, with 103,070 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Oct 2026.

MOT
Expired
On 15 Mar 2024
Mileage
103,070 mi
At MOT on 28 Sept 2026
MOT tests
24
17 passed · 7 failed
Per year
3,324 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T251 PWP
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
26 May 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 15 Mar 2024
Latest MOT test
28 Sept 2026 (Fail)

Mileage history

T251 PWP was last recorded at 103,070 miles on 28 Sept 2026, 42 miles more than at the previous MOT on 10 Apr 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
103,028 miles · 10 Apr 2024
Between the last two tests
42 miles
Average per year
3,324 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 103,070 miles
  • 2024 – 103,028 miles
  • 2023 – 94,366 miles
  • 2022 – 88,692 miles
  • 2020 – 83,649 miles
  • 2019 – 78,624 miles
  • 2018 – 75,788 miles
  • 2017 – 73,901 miles
  • 2016 – 73,881 miles
  • 2015 – 69,815 miles
  • 2014 – 59,813 miles
  • 2013 – 58,088 miles
  • 2012 – 55,518 miles
  • 2011 – 52,545 miles
  • 2010 – 49,754 miles
  • 2009 – 47,012 miles
  • 2008 – 43,190 miles
  • 2007 – 38,666 miles
  • 2006 – 34,582 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail103,070 miles
  • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Front Steering component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded Body mount close to steering mounting point (marked) (2.1.2 (e) (i))
  • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  • MajorNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced Various holes marked close to seat belt mounts (marked) (7.1.1 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Steering component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded Body mount close to steering box mount(marked) (2.1.2 (e) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced Various holes close to seat belt mount (marked) (7.1.1 (a) (i))
  • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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.

  • Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

  • Nearside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

  • Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

  • Offside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

Full MOT history

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

  1. Fail103,070 miles (+42)1 dangerous10 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,070 miles
    Test number
    496460697379
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Steering component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded Body mount close to steering mounting point (marked) (2.1.2 (e) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced Various holes marked close to seat belt mounts (marked) (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Steering component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded Body mount close to steering box mount(marked) (2.1.2 (e) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced Various holes close to seat belt mount (marked) (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  2. Fail103,028 miles (+8,662)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,028 miles
    Test number
    875590755337
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed (8.2.1.2 (d))

  3. Pass94,366 miles (+5,674)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    94,366 miles
    Test number
    184641425650
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  4. Pass88,692 miles (+5,043)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    88,692 miles
    Test number
    603860682700
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front body mounting corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front body mounting corroded
    • AdvisoryProp shaft joint worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

  5. Pass83,649 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    83,649 miles
    Test number
    387997347252

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail83,649 miles (+5,025)1 dangerous3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,649 miles
    Test number
    986022351167
    • DangerousBrake master cylinder/servo mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded and functionality of the braking system is affected bulkhead under master cylinder (1.1.21 (e) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Body component corroded and likely to cause injury body mount (6.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Seat belt buckle not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (d))
    • MajorOffside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass78,624 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    78,624 miles
    Test number
    248693809380
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryBrake effort slightly low on n/s/r foot and handbrake

  8. Fail78,624 miles (+2,836)1 repaired6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,624 miles
    Test number
    660574992679
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryBrake effort slightly low on n/s/r foot and handbrake

  9. Pass75,788 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2019
    Odometer
    75,788 miles
    Test number
    133694430472

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail75,788 miles (+1,887)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,788 miles
    Test number
    431757927575
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

  11. Pass73,901 miles (+20)
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2018
    Odometer
    73,901 miles
    Test number
    166257434921

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass73,881 miles (+4,066)
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2017
    Odometer
    73,881 miles
    Test number
    607927378588

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass69,815 miles (+22)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2016
    Odometer
    69,815 miles
    Test number
    289161945155
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

  14. Fail69,793 miles (+9,980)3 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,793 miles
    Test number
    777590045158
    • FailureBattery insecure (1.9.1)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

  15. Pass59,813 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    59,813 miles
    Test number
    527398374026
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  16. Fail59,813 miles (+1,725)4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,813 miles
    Test number
    225666574027
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Pass58,088 miles (+2,570)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    58,088 miles
    Test number
    617330883005
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  18. Pass55,518 miles (+2,973)
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    55,518 miles
    Test number
    409205352020

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass52,545 miles (+2,791)
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    52,545 miles
    Test number
    158799351028

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass49,754 miles (+2,742)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    49,754 miles
    Test number
    251882060039
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

  21. Pass47,012 miles (+3,822)
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    47,012 miles
    Test number
    672334459069

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass43,190 miles (+4,524)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    43,190 miles
    Test number
    581236658091
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  23. Pass38,666 miles (+4,084)
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    38,666 miles
    Test number
    360933947077

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass34,582 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    34,582 miles
    Test number
    784371256089

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T251 PWP

Does T251 PWP currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T251 PWP expired on 15 Mar 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T251 PWP?
The MOT on T251 PWP expired on 15 Mar 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T251 PWP done?
T251 PWP was recorded at 103,070 miles at its MOT on 28 Sept 2026, an average of 3,324 miles a year.
Has T251 PWP ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T251 PWP has failed 7 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 28 Sept 2026.
Has the mileage on T251 PWP 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 T251 PWP find?
T251 PWP failed its latest MOT on 28 Sept 2026 with 1 dangerous defect, 10 major defects and 1 advisory: parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value; nearside front position lamp not working; nearside front steering component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded body mount close to steering mounting point (marked), and 9 more.

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