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Suzuki Vitara

Black · Petrol · 1999 · 1,590 cc

T952 XBXMOT history

T952 XBX is a black petrol Suzuki Vitara first used on 28 May 1999. Its MOT expired on 18 Mar 2026 and it has passed 18 of 30 MOT tests, with 191,402 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 19 Mar 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 18 Mar 2026
Mileage
191,402 mi
At MOT on 19 Mar 2025
MOT tests
30
18 passed · 12 failed
Per year
5,806 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T952 XBX
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
28 May 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 18 Mar 2026
Latest MOT test
19 Mar 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T952 XBX was last recorded at 191,402 miles on 19 Mar 2025, 52 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Aug 2024.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 19 Dec 2014: 16,002 miles, lower than 154,774 miles on 6 Dec 2013.

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

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
191,350 miles · 13 Aug 2024
Between the last two tests
52 miles
Average per year
5,806 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 191,402 miles
  • 2024 – 191,350 miles
  • 2023 – 189,748 miles
  • 2022 – 188,353 miles
  • 2021 – 186,306 miles
  • 2019 – 183,847 miles
  • 2018 – 179,877 miles
  • 2017 – 176,164 miles
  • 2016 – 169,904 miles
  • 2015 – 165,144 miles
  • 2014 – 160,023 miles
  • 2013 – 154,774 miles
  • 2012 – 144,875 miles
  • 2011 – 131,443 miles
  • 2010 – 117,619 miles
  • 2009 – 106,777 miles
  • 2008 – 103,093 miles
  • 2007 – 95,134 miles
  • 2006 – 82,652 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass191,402 miles
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All pipes coated (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Inner sill repair covered in underseal
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (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.

  • Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracked in treads

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracked in treads

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively

    Major2 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively

    Major2 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle by more than 50%

    Dangerous2 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge right on limit!

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

30 tests since 26 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass191,402 miles (+52)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    191,402 miles
    Test number
    186848632563
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All pipes coated (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner sill repair covered in underseal
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail191,350 miles (+1,602)1 dangerous7 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    191,350 miles
    Test number
    151412854720
    • DangerousFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle by more than 50% (1.2.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorBattery insecure and likely to cause a short circuit (4.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Driver's door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Driver's view of the road through the swept area of the windscreen significantly affected by an obstruction sun visor will not stay up (3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced inner sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material slightly corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  3. Pass189,748 miles (+14)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    189,748 miles
    Test number
    531716789591
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracked in treads (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge right on limit! (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracked in treads (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge right on limit! (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Fail189,734 miles (+1,381)2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    189,734 miles
    Test number
    637752807739
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorFuel tank leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracked in treads (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge right on limit! (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracked in treads (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge right on limit! (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass188,353 miles (+2)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2023
    Odometer
    188,353 miles
    Test number
    666240333850
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracked in treads (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge right on limit (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracked in treads (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge right on limit (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Fail188,351 miles (+2,045)1 dangerous2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    188,351 miles
    Test number
    184046363818
    • DangerousFuel system component leaking excessively or a risk of fire above fuel tank (6.1.3 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracked in treads (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge right on limit (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracked in treads (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge right on limit (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass186,306 miles (+14)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2022
    Odometer
    186,306 miles
    Test number
    278330601482
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracked in treads (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracked in treads (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  8. Fail186,292 miles (+2,445)1 dangerous8 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    186,292 miles
    Test number
    514308162565
    • DangerousFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle by more than 50% (1.2.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorDriver's door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorFuel cap/sealing device ineffective (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracked in treads (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracked in treads (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  9. Pass183,847 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    183,847 miles
    Test number
    201846489282
    • AdvisoryBad oil leak from engine area

  10. Fail183,847 miles (+3,970)1 dangerous4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    183,847 miles
    Test number
    173964071400
    • DangerousOffside Front Track rod end ball joint worn to the extent there is a serious risk of detachment (2.1.3 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded across axle as marked (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded both metal brake pipes as marked (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryBad oil leak from engine area

  11. Pass179,877 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    179,877 miles
    Test number
    940800034891
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipes corroded
    • AdvisorySlight blow on exhaust

  12. Fail179,877 miles (+3,713)1 repaired1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    179,877 miles
    Test number
    153404664270
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipes corroded
    • AdvisorySlight blow on exhaust

  13. Pass176,164 miles (+6,260)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    176,164 miles
    Test number
    967892994784
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to underbody

  14. Pass169,904 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    169,904 miles
    Test number
    601934551156

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail169,902 miles (+4,758)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    169,902 miles
    Test number
    908118366684
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  16. Pass165,144 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    165,144 miles
    Test number
    216751023603
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded all (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit both (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' cracked in corner (8.3.1d)

  17. Fail165,144 miles (+5,121)7 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    165,144 miles
    Test number
    941355088906
    • FailureAnti-roll bar has excessive play in a ball joint both front (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureFront Brake hose excessively deteriorated both (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureFront Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded both (3.6.B.4e)
    • FailureFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases manifold joint (7.1.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded to hose (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect no pattern (1.8.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded all (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit both (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' cracked in corner (8.3.1d)

  18. Pass160,023 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    160,023 miles
    Test number
    226973354317

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail16,002 miles (-138,772)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    16,002 miles
    Test number
    959543354337
    • FailureBattery insecure (1.9.1)
    • FailureBrake pedal anti-slip provision missing (3.3.A.1b)

  20. Pass154,774 miles (+9,899)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    154,774 miles
    Test number
    695180543306
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteRear seat belts not checked

  21. Pass144,875 miles (+13,432)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    144,875 miles
    Test number
    466601242304
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteFront exhaust section corroded.

  22. Pass131,443 miles (+13,824)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    131,443 miles
    Test number
    318253151366
    • NoteFront rear back plates corroded
    • NoteRear exhaust hanger broken - exhaust still supported

  23. Pass117,619 miles (+314)2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    117,619 miles
    Test number
    564156300352
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteRear bumper insecure
    • NoteTemporary fuel cap fitted
    • NoteNearside front tyre feathered on inner edge

  24. Fail117,305 miles (+10,528)1 failure2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,305 miles
    Test number
    320022800344
    • FailureOffside Front Sub-frame attachment bracket/mounting corroded and its strength is seriously reduced (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteRear bumper insecure
    • NoteTemporary fuel cap fitted
    • NoteNearside front tyre feathered on inner edge

  25. Pass106,777 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    106,777 miles
    Test number
    541846449221
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • NoteOil leak

  26. Fail106,777 miles (+3,684)3 failures1 repaired1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,777 miles
    Test number
    821224249280
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a part missing (7.1.1a)
    • FailureRear Exhaust mounting missing (7.1.1b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • NoteBattery insecure
    • NoteCoolant leak
    • NoteOil leak

  27. Pass103,093 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    103,093 miles
    Test number
    254204828250
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  28. Fail103,093 miles (+7,959)1 failure2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,093 miles
    Test number
    260504228245
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  29. Pass95,134 miles (+12,482)
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    95,134 miles
    Test number
    132779227208

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Pass82,652 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    82,652 miles
    Test number
    442307476102

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T952 XBX

Does T952 XBX currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T952 XBX expired on 18 Mar 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T952 XBX?
The MOT on T952 XBX expired on 18 Mar 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T952 XBX done?
T952 XBX was recorded at 191,402 miles at its MOT on 19 Mar 2025, an average of 5,806 miles a year.
Has T952 XBX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T952 XBX has failed 12 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 13 Aug 2024.
Has the mileage on T952 XBX ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 19 Dec 2014. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on T952 XBX find?
T952 XBX passed its latest MOT on 19 Mar 2025 with 6 advisories: brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all pipes coated; nearside rear tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing; offside front tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing, and 3 more.

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