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K745 XEL

1998 Suzuki Vitara

Red Petrol 1590cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Feb 2015
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

41,601 mi
Last recorded41,601 miles
Recorded on14 Feb 2014
Typical for 1998 Suzuki Vitara73,104 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK745 XEL
MakeSuzuki
ModelVitara
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,590cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 14 Feb 2014 41,601 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Rear Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

Pass 13 Sep 2012 38,860 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 7 Sep 2012 38,860 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 25 Jun 2011 37,139 miles

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

Fail 25 Jun 2011 37,139 miles

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

Nearside Front Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

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

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

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 7 Sep 2009 23,098 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2008 15,181 miles
Fail 5 Sep 2007 6,702 miles

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 5 Sep 2007 6,702 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2006 96,668 miles
Fail 4 Sep 2006 96,668 miles

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

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

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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K745 XEL is a 1998 Suzuki Vitara in Red with a 1,590cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

Across all 1998 Suzuki Vitara models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.7% with a typical mileage of 73,104 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 K745 XEL, 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 28 years old, this Suzuki Vitara is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was K745 XEL registered?

K745 XEL is a 1998 Suzuki Vitara, first registered on 2 December 1998.

Is K745 XEL safe to buy?

The MOT history for K745 XEL shows 11 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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