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A371 PFJ

1998 Suzuki Grand Vitara

Blue Petrol 2493cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 May 2014
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

134,508 mi
Last recorded134,508 miles
Recorded on1 Jun 2013
Typical for 1998 Suzuki Grand Vitara91,635 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA371 PFJ
MakeSuzuki
ModelGrand Vitara
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,493cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 Jun 2013 134,508 miles
Fail 29 May 2013 134,459 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Nearside Lower Front suspension locking device missing (2.5.A.4)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Lower Front suspension locking device missing (2.5.A.4)

Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 16 Feb 2012 127,316 miles
Fail 14 Feb 2012 127,316 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage insecure (2.4.G.1)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 21 Jan 2011 120,943 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2010 113,620 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2009 107,038 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

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

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

slight deterioration to power steering belt

Pass 10 Mar 2008 99,426 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2006 91,116 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2005 81,755 miles
Fail 4 Oct 2005 80,938 miles

Exhaust has a part missing (7.1.1a)

How Reliable is the Suzuki Grand Vitara?

Based on 1,025,634 MOT tests across 67,699 vehicles.

76.2%
Pass Rate
5,400
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
67,699
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 23,442
Brake pipe excessively corroded 22,487
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 17,776
position lamp(s) not working 14,500
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 11,293
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A371 PFJ is a 1998 Suzuki Grand Vitara in Blue with a 2,493cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 1998 Suzuki Grand Vitara models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.8% with a typical mileage of 91,635 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Suzuki Grand Vitara fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 23,442 recorded failures. If you're considering buying A371 PFJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki Grand Vitara typically stays on UK roads for around 28 years. At 28 years old, this Suzuki Grand Vitara is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was A371 PFJ registered?

A371 PFJ is a 1998 Suzuki Grand Vitara, first registered on 1 July 1998.

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The MOT history for A371 PFJ shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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