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Suzuki Vitara

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 1,590 cc

T959 BNHMOT history

T959 BNH is a blue petrol Suzuki Vitara first used on 27 Mar 1999. Its MOT expired on 27 Mar 2024 and it has passed 18 of 27 MOT tests, with 220,837 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 Mar 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 27 Mar 2024
Mileage
220,837 mi
At MOT on 11 Mar 2024
MOT tests
27
18 passed · 9 failed
Per year
7,673 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T959 BNH
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
27 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 27 Mar 2024
Latest MOT test
11 Mar 2024 (Fail)

Mileage history

T959 BNH was last recorded at 220,837 miles on 11 Mar 2024, 5,639 miles more than at the previous MOT on 15 Mar 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
215,198 miles · 15 Mar 2023
Between the last two tests
5,639 miles
Average per year
7,673 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 220,837 miles
  • 2023 – 215,198 miles
  • 2022 – 208,534 miles
  • 2021 – 201,604 miles
  • 2020 – 195,333 miles
  • 2019 – 188,157 miles
  • 2018 – 181,996 miles
  • 2017 – 173,700 miles
  • 2016 – 166,104 miles
  • 2015 – 157,199 miles
  • 2014 – 148,508 miles
  • 2013 – 140,478 miles
  • 2012 – 133,492 miles
  • 2011 – 127,256 miles
  • 2010 – 120,212 miles
  • 2009 – 114,464 miles
  • 2008 – 104,716 miles
  • 2007 – 93,714 miles
  • 2006 – 83,635 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail220,837 miles
  • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • DangerousNearside Rear Shock absorbers likely to become detached (5.3.2 (a) (ii))
  • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting x2 (6.2.2 (d) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Front Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
  • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2019
  • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2019–2023

  • Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both rear

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2017–2018

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2017

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2013

  • Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2013

Full MOT history

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

  1. Fail220,837 miles (+5,639)3 dangerous5 major2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    220,837 miles
    Test number
    933450874621
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Shock absorbers likely to become detached (5.3.2 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting x2 (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass215,198 miles (+4)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    215,198 miles
    Test number
    521671596215
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Front and rear (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  3. Fail215,194 miles (+6,660)1 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    215,194 miles
    Test number
    293398243333
    • MajorNearside Intermediate drop arm insecure (2.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Front and rear (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  4. Pass208,534 miles (+10)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    208,534 miles
    Test number
    629697818017
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  5. Fail208,524 miles (+6,920)1 dangerous4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    208,524 miles
    Test number
    539631138401
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorCentral Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Cab or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a cab mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Cab or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a cab mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both rear (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  6. Pass201,604 miles (+10)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    201,604 miles
    Test number
    704884568769
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySeat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed Both rear (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both rear (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  7. Fail201,594 miles (+6,261)2 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    201,594 miles
    Test number
    346280478862
    • 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 Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySeat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed Both rear (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both rear (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  8. Pass195,333 miles (+10)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    195,333 miles
    Test number
    901405904228
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both rear (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  9. Fail195,323 miles (+7,166)1 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    195,323 miles
    Test number
    226194770260
    • MajorIntegral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting All mounting points (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both rear (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  10. Pass188,157 miles (+6,161)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    188,157 miles
    Test number
    812515515852
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded All four (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  11. Pass181,996 miles (+8)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    181,996 miles
    Test number
    758581955119
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

  12. Fail181,988 miles (+8,288)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    181,988 miles
    Test number
    849032464727
    • FailureNearside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

  13. Pass173,700 miles (+13)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    173,700 miles
    Test number
    597481996798
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

  14. Fail173,687 miles (+7,583)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    173,687 miles
    Test number
    639653228727
    • FailureBattery insecure (1.9.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

  15. Pass166,104 miles (+8,905)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    166,104 miles
    Test number
    834328159957
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases slight leak from tail pipe section (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

  16. Fail157,199 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    157,199 miles
    Test number
    137167775408
    • Repaired at testBattery insecure (1.9.1)

  17. Pass157,199 miles (+8,691)
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    157,199 miles
    Test number
    997117975029

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass148,508 miles1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    148,508 miles
    Test number
    367817074094
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NotePassenger seat(s) missing at time of test

  19. Fail148,508 miles (+8,030)2 failures1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    148,508 miles
    Test number
    567907974079
    • FailureBattery insecure (1.9.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NotePassenger seat(s) missing at time of test

  20. Pass140,478 miles (+6,986)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    140,478 miles
    Test number
    485004283086
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

  21. Pass133,492 miles (+6,236)5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    133,492 miles
    Test number
    867594692082
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteNearside rear tyre cracking

  22. Pass127,256 miles (+7,044)6 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    127,256 miles
    Test number
    595827911139
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteFuel pipe/s corroded
    • NoteOil leak

  23. Pass120,212 miles (+5,748)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    120,212 miles
    Test number
    834167390070
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • NoteNail in nearside front tyre

  24. Pass114,464 miles (+9,748)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    114,464 miles
    Test number
    103636799484
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteNail in nearside front tyre

  25. Pass104,716 miles (+11,002)5 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    104,716 miles
    Test number
    740658898036
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteOffside rear tyre 2-3mm tread depth
    • NoteRear exhaust system corroded

  26. Pass93,714 miles (+10,079)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    93,714 miles
    Test number
    612194697014
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  27. Pass83,635 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    83,635 miles
    Test number
    670694216122
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • 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 T959 BNH

Does T959 BNH currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T959 BNH expired on 27 Mar 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T959 BNH?
The MOT on T959 BNH expired on 27 Mar 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T959 BNH done?
T959 BNH was recorded at 220,837 miles at its MOT on 11 Mar 2024, an average of 7,673 miles a year.
Has T959 BNH ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T959 BNH has failed 9 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 11 Mar 2024.
Has the mileage on T959 BNH 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 T959 BNH find?
T959 BNH failed its latest MOT on 11 Mar 2024 with 3 dangerous defects, 5 major defects, 2 minor defects and 2 advisories: front brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick; nearside rear shock absorbers likely to become detached; offside rear tyre has ply or cords exposed, and 9 more.

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