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Suzuki Vitara

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 1,590 cc

T697 RUYMOT history

T697 RUY is a blue petrol Suzuki Vitara first used on 31 Dec 1999. Its MOT is valid until 5 Feb 2027 and it has passed 20 of 30 MOT tests, with 94,134 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 Jan 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 5 Feb 2027
Mileage
94,134 mi
At MOT on 13 Jan 2026
MOT tests
30
20 passed · 10 failed
Per year
3,010 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T697 RUY
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
31 Dec 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 5 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
13 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T697 RUY was last recorded at 94,134 miles on 13 Jan 2026, 3,465 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 Feb 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 15 Jan 2018: 77,102 miles, lower than 78,731 miles on 13 Jan 2017.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
90,669 miles · 6 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
3,465 miles
Average per year
3,010 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 94,134 miles
  • 2025 – 90,669 miles
  • 2024 – 88,176 miles
  • 2023 – 86,917 miles
  • 2021 – 84,737 miles
  • 2020 – 81,184 miles
  • 2019 – 79,319 miles
  • 2018 – 77,102 miles
  • 2017 – 78,731 miles
  • 2016 – 70,005 miles
  • 2015 – 64,697 miles
  • 2014 – 64,581 miles
  • 2013 – 60,310 miles
  • 2012 – 57,619 miles
  • 2011 – 52,257 miles
  • 2010 – 47,808 miles
  • 2009 – 44,271 miles
  • 2008 – 41,041 miles
  • 2006 – 36,260 miles
  • 2005 – 33,132 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass94,134 miles
  • AdvisoryCentral Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2020

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.

  • Front Oil leak, but not excessive sump

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • N/s headlamp aim just to standard

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding

    Major2 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Rear Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner wheel arch/boot floor independent chassis

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

30 tests since 8 Oct 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass94,134 miles (+3,465)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    94,134 miles
    Test number
    741407310995
    • AdvisoryCentral Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  2. Pass90,669 miles (+6)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    90,669 miles
    Test number
    808746215751
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryN/s headlamp aim just to standard

  3. Fail90,663 miles (+2,487)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,663 miles
    Test number
    401013560950
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryN/s headlamp aim just to standard

  4. Pass88,176 miles (+1,259)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    88,176 miles
    Test number
    540710594892
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive sump (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass86,917 miles (+6)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    86,917 miles
    Test number
    237631781330
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive sump (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner wheel arch/boot floor independent chassis (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner wheel arch/boot floor independent chassis (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  6. Fail86,911 miles (+2,174)1 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,911 miles
    Test number
    829718175697
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive sump (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner wheel arch/boot floor independent chassis (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner wheel arch/boot floor independent chassis (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  7. Pass84,737 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    84,737 miles
    Test number
    647846703166

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail84,737 miles (+1,835)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,737 miles
    Test number
    198940446528
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

  9. Pass82,902 miles (+1,718)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    82,902 miles
    Test number
    980721243145
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Pass81,184 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    81,184 miles
    Test number
    570244612007
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  11. Fail81,183 miles (+1,864)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,183 miles
    Test number
    524756786736
    • MajorEmissions not tested (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases rear section (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  12. Pass79,319 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    79,319 miles
    Test number
    387521701749
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  13. Fail79,319 miles (+2,217)4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,319 miles
    Test number
    736712576703
    • MajorBrake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorHeadlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen both (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded both (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  14. Pass77,102 miles (-1,629)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    77,102 miles
    Test number
    746662755578

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass78,731 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    78,731 miles
    Test number
    574986519606

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail78,731 miles (+8,726)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,731 miles
    Test number
    199783674204
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Brake cable insecure (3.5.1d)
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle rubbing on handbrake cable (4.1.D.2)

  17. Pass70,005 miles9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    70,005 miles
    Test number
    465628176209
    • AdvisoryCentre stop light inoperative
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryBattery is secured incorrectly
    • AdvisoryFuel filter and clamp corroded
    • AdvisoryHeadlamps have some condensation inside
    • AdvisoryRadiator leaking

  18. Fail70,005 miles (+5,308)3 repaired9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,005 miles
    Test number
    631013231446
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryCentre stop light inoperative
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryBattery is secured incorrectly
    • AdvisoryFuel filter and clamp corroded
    • AdvisoryHeadlamps have some condensation inside
    • AdvisoryRadiator leaking

  19. Pass64,697 miles (+116)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    64,697 miles
    Test number
    837049815036
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteCentre stoplight inop.

  20. Fail64,581 miles (+4,271)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,581 miles
    Test number
    969888414317
    • FailureBattery insecure (1.9.1)
    • 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)

  21. Pass60,310 miles (+2,691)
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    60,310 miles
    Test number
    836090333360

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass57,619 miles1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    57,619 miles
    Test number
    416861392222
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • NotePassenger seat(s) missing at time of test
    • NoteOffside front body mounting badly corroded, not affecting body security

  23. Fail57,619 miles (+5,362)3 failures1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,619 miles
    Test number
    248611392275
    • FailureCentre Stop lamp has less than 50% of the light sources illuminating (1.2.1b)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • NotePassenger seat(s) missing at time of test
    • NoteOffside front body mounting badly corroded, not affecting body security

  24. Pass52,257 miles (+4,449)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    52,257 miles
    Test number
    638988551270
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  25. Pass47,808 miles (+3,537)
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    47,808 miles
    Test number
    260817700421

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass44,271 miles (+3,230)
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    44,271 miles
    Test number
    260541409447

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass41,041 miles (+4,781)
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    41,041 miles
    Test number
    383829788000

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass36,260 miles (+3,128)
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    36,260 miles
    Test number
    310414896406

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass33,132 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2006
    Odometer
    33,132 miles
    Test number
    410285585260

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Fail33,132 miles2 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,132 miles
    Test number
    114671285247
    • DangerousNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • DangerousOffside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Questions about T697 RUY

Does T697 RUY currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T697 RUY is valid until 5 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on T697 RUY?
The MOT on T697 RUY is valid until 5 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T697 RUY done?
T697 RUY was recorded at 94,134 miles at its MOT on 13 Jan 2026, an average of 3,010 miles a year.
Has T697 RUY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T697 RUY has failed 10 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 5 Feb 2025.
Has the mileage on T697 RUY ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 15 Jan 2018. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on T697 RUY find?
T697 RUY passed its latest MOT on 13 Jan 2026 with 2 advisories: central stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working; offside front brake hose slightly deteriorated.

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