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C48 ALJ

1997 Suzuki Vitara

Blue Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Dec 2011
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

110,486 mi
Last recorded110,486 miles
Recorded on9 Dec 2010
Typical for 1997 Suzuki Vitara80,904 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC48 ALJ
MakeSuzuki
ModelVitara
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Dec 2010 110,486 miles

Centre Rear Trailing arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Front Steering column shaft has slight end float (2.1.3)

Nearside Rear Trailing arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Trailing arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Rear Axle beam has slight vertical movement between stub axle and axle beam (2.5.A.1a)

Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

all brake pipes front to the rear slightly corroded

under vehicle all prescribed area and all suspension components slightly corroded

Pass 24 Nov 2009 110,175 miles

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

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

Pass 18 Nov 2008 107,913 miles

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

Fail 13 Nov 2008 107,912 miles

Offside Inner Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Outer Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

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

Pass 18 Jul 2007 101,284 miles

excessive travel in hand brake

n/s & o/s front & rear tyres are pertruding outside of wheel arches

n/s & o/s rear tyres are worn down to 2mm

Pass 2 Jun 2006 98,914 miles

How Reliable is the Suzuki Vitara?

Based on 810,456 MOT tests across 108,223 vehicles.

76.3%
Pass Rate
5,330
Miles/Year
36
Year Lifespan
108,223
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 34,457
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 32,446
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 24,368
Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings 22,812
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 15,882
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C48 ALJ is a 1997 Suzuki Vitara in Blue with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1997 Suzuki Vitara models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.3% with a typical mileage of 80,904 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Suzuki Vitara fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 34,457 recorded failures. If you're considering buying C48 ALJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki Vitara typically stays on UK roads for around 36 years. At 29 years old, this Suzuki Vitara is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was C48 ALJ registered?

C48 ALJ is a 1997 Suzuki Vitara, first registered on 1 August 1997.

Is C48 ALJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for C48 ALJ shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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