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L9 YDW

1998 Suzuki Vitara

White Petrol 1590cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jul 2014
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

115,939 mi
Last recorded115,939 miles
Recorded on19 Jul 2013
Typical for 1998 Suzuki Vitara73,104 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL9 YDW
MakeSuzuki
ModelVitara
Year1998
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,590cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 19 Jul 2013 115,939 miles

genaral rust under car

Pass 24 Jul 2012 112,703 miles

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

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

off side door hinges worn

Pass 21 Jul 2011 108,259 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2011 108,254 miles

Nearside Rear Body or chassis has an unsatisfactory modification, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

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

Fail 19 Jul 2011 108,222 miles

Nearside Inner Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Lower Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Inner Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Inner Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Pass 23 Jul 2010 103,667 miles

Nearside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 21 Jan 2009 101,344 miles
Fail 3 Dec 2007 96,151 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 3 Dec 2007 96,151 miles
Fail 10 Oct 2006 84,877 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 10 Oct 2006 84,877 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2005 75,712 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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L9 YDW is a 1998 Suzuki Vitara in White with a 1,590cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 L9 YDW, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was L9 YDW registered?

L9 YDW is a 1998 Suzuki Vitara, first registered on 16 January 1998.

Is L9 YDW safe to buy?

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