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M55 RJA

1998 Suzuki Grand Vitara

Red Petrol 2493cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Aug 2018
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

108,754 mi
Last recorded108,754 miles
Recorded on15 Aug 2017
Typical for 1998 Suzuki Grand Vitara91,635 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM55 RJA
MakeSuzuki
ModelGrand Vitara
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,493cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Aug 2017 108,754 miles

Offside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 23 Aug 2016 107,711 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 21 Aug 2015 104,179 miles

Nearside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 28 Aug 2014 99,980 miles

NEAR SIDE REAR TYRE INNER WALL STARTING TO CRACK

Oil leak

Pass 21 Aug 2013 94,388 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2012 88,469 miles

Temporary fuel cap fitted

Pass 25 Aug 2011 82,712 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2010 79,510 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2009 75,410 miles

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

both front c v boot rubber starting to crack up

Pass 26 Aug 2008 71,166 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2007 64,728 miles

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

Pass 31 Aug 2006 57,517 miles
Fail 31 Aug 2006 57,517 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Wheel nut(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

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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M55 RJA is a 1998 Suzuki Grand Vitara in Red with a 2,493cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 M55 RJA, 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 M55 RJA registered?

M55 RJA is a 1998 Suzuki Grand Vitara, first registered on 31 December 1998.

Is M55 RJA safe to buy?

The MOT history for M55 RJA shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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