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ONE 45

1998 Suzuki Vitara

Blue Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Mar 2027
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

36,495 mi
Last recorded36,495 miles
Recorded on17 Mar 2026
Typical for 1998 Suzuki Vitara73,104 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationONE 45
MakeSuzuki
ModelVitara
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Mar 2026 36,495 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2025 36,318 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 18 Mar 2024 36,118 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2023 35,952 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2022 35,665 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2021 35,103 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2020 34,828 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2019 34,368 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2018 34,229 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2017 34,160 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin n/s and o/s (3.5.1g)

Pass 24 Feb 2016 33,891 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2015 33,531 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2014 33,260 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2013 32,677 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2012 32,108 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2011 30,881 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2010 29,566 miles
Fail 1 Mar 2010 29,566 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Oil leak

Pass 9 Jan 2009 27,926 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2007 26,280 miles
Fail 12 Dec 2007 26,280 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 23 Mar 2006 22,975 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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ONE 45 is a 1998 Suzuki Vitara in Blue with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 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 ONE 45, 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 ONE 45 registered?

ONE 45 is a 1998 Suzuki Vitara, first registered on 1 November 1998.

Is ONE 45 safe to buy?

The MOT history for ONE 45 shows 22 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does ONE 45 have outstanding finance?

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