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Suzuki Vitara

Green · Petrol · 1999 · 1,590 cc

T286 MCSMOT history

T286 MCS is a green petrol Suzuki Vitara first used on 31 Dec 1999. Its MOT expired on 1 Sept 2026 and it has passed 15 of 20 MOT tests, with 84,991 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 1 Sept 2026.

MOT
Expired
On 1 Sept 2026
Mileage
84,991 mi
At MOT on 1 Sept 2026
MOT tests
20
15 passed · 5 failed
Per year
2,447 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T286 MCS
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
31 Dec 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 1 Sept 2026
Latest MOT test
1 Sept 2026 (Fail)

Mileage history

T286 MCS was last recorded at 84,991 miles on 1 Sept 2026, 6,671 miles more than at the previous MOT on 21 Aug 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
78,320 miles · 21 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
6,671 miles
Average per year
2,447 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 84,991 miles
  • 2025 – 78,320 miles
  • 2024 – 78,305 miles
  • 2020 – 77,731 miles
  • 2019 – 75,846 miles
  • 2018 – 73,856 miles
  • 2016 – 73,586 miles
  • 2015 – 71,937 miles
  • 2014 – 69,381 miles
  • 2013 – 65,918 miles
  • 2012 – 61,273 miles
  • 2011 – 56,562 miles
  • 2010 – 50,632 miles
  • 2009 – 45,578 miles
  • 2008 – 41,737 miles
  • 2006 – 36,689 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail84,991 miles
  • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
  • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
  • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
  • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
  • MajorOffside Front Battery insecure and likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
  • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
  • MajorRear Fuel hose insecure filter (6.1.3 (a) (i))
  • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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 hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2009–2014

  • Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2009–2014

  • Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

  • Engine oil leak

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

  • Nearside and offside front inner wheel arches surface corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

  • Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2012–2015

Full MOT history

20 tests since 4 Dec 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail84,991 miles (+6,671)9 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,991 miles
    Test number
    879083779776
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Battery insecure and likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorRear Fuel hose insecure filter (6.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  2. Pass78,320 miles (+15)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    78,320 miles
    Test number
    999675428236
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  3. Pass78,305 miles (+574)
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    78,305 miles
    Test number
    285512328808

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass77,731 miles (+1,885)
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    77,731 miles
    Test number
    578879910521

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass75,846 miles (+1,990)
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    75,846 miles
    Test number
    765650629628

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass73,856 miles (+9)
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    73,856 miles
    Test number
    547980956669

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail73,847 miles (+261)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,847 miles
    Test number
    651599172951
    • FailureBattery insecure (1.9.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

  8. Pass73,586 miles (+1,649)
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    73,586 miles
    Test number
    577120911227

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass71,937 miles (+1)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    71,937 miles
    Test number
    360965558036
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryEngine oil leak
    • AdvisoryNearside and offside front inner wheel arches surface corroded

  10. Fail71,936 miles (+2,555)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,936 miles
    Test number
    845910527771
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryEngine oil leak
    • AdvisoryNearside and offside front inner wheel arches surface corroded

  11. Pass69,381 miles (+20)
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    69,381 miles
    Test number
    557585664225

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail69,361 miles (+3,443)1 dangerous1 failure2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,361 miles
    Test number
    475103564292
    • DangerousOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteFuel filter rusty
    • NoteNearside front inner wing corrsion rust

  13. Pass65,918 miles (+4,645)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    65,918 miles
    Test number
    556267283226
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  14. Pass61,273 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    61,273 miles
    Test number
    975426232211
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  15. Fail61,273 miles (+4,711)8 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,273 miles
    Test number
    207053532225
    • FailureFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureRear fog lamp insecure (1.3.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • NoteRear exhaust bracket broken

  16. Pass56,562 miles (+5,930)
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    56,562 miles
    Test number
    927879241274

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass50,632 miles (+5,054)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    50,632 miles
    Test number
    701089870123
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  18. Pass45,578 miles (+3,841)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2010
    Odometer
    45,578 miles
    Test number
    693258939178
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  19. Pass41,737 miles (+5,048)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    41,737 miles
    Test number
    810200278006
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  20. Pass36,689 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2007
    Odometer
    36,689 miles
    Test number
    383178236362
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Questions about T286 MCS

Does T286 MCS currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T286 MCS expired on 1 Sept 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T286 MCS?
The MOT on T286 MCS expired on 1 Sept 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T286 MCS done?
T286 MCS was recorded at 84,991 miles at its MOT on 1 Sept 2026, an average of 2,447 miles a year.
Has T286 MCS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T286 MCS has failed 5 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 1 Sept 2026.
Has the mileage on T286 MCS 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 T286 MCS find?
T286 MCS failed its latest MOT on 1 Sept 2026 with 9 major defects, 1 minor defect and 2 advisories: exhaust lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits; exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits; exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits, and 9 more.

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