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IAZ 5335

1997 Suzuki Vitara

Blue Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jan 2021
Tests22 (14 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

121,333 mi
Last recorded121,333 miles
Recorded on5 Jan 2020
Typical for 1997 Suzuki Vitara80,904 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationIAZ 5335
MakeSuzuki
ModelVitara
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

14 pass 8 fail
Pass 5 Jan 2020 121,333 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2018 120,766 miles

Front Coil spring corroded both front (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front wheel slight play

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

all sill corroded

Pass 29 Dec 2017 119,937 miles
Fail 29 Dec 2017 119,937 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively Both (8.2.2)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 15 Dec 2016 117,942 miles

Nearside and offside rear wheel bearing has slight play

Fail 14 Dec 2016 117,942 miles

Nearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded Inner sill (5.2.6)

Nearside and offside rear wheel bearing has slight play

Pass 28 Dec 2015 116,919 miles

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 30 Dec 2014 116,003 miles

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

Fail 29 Dec 2014 115,994 miles

Offside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

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

Pass 1 Jan 2014 114,343 miles
Fail 31 Dec 2013 114,343 miles

Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)

Pass 28 Nov 2012 112,045 miles
Pass 26 Dec 2011 110,536 miles
Fail 26 Dec 2011 110,536 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 28 Dec 2010 108,233 miles
Fail 28 Dec 2010 108,233 miles

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Pass 18 Dec 2009 102,675 miles
Fail 4 Dec 2009 102,517 miles

Nearside Rear Seat belt damaged sufficient to obstruct correct operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 22 Dec 2008 96,828 miles

Oil leak

Pass 14 Dec 2007 90,456 miles
Fail 14 Dec 2007 90,456 miles

Offside Front All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 6 Sep 2006 81,301 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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IAZ 5335 is a 1997 Suzuki Vitara in Blue with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 IAZ 5335, 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 IAZ 5335 registered?

IAZ 5335 is a 1997 Suzuki Vitara, first registered on 11 August 1997.

Is IAZ 5335 safe to buy?

The MOT history for IAZ 5335 shows 22 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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