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P120 MBD

1997 Suzuki Vitara

Black Petrol 1590cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jul 2010
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

94,200 mi
Last recorded94,200 miles
Recorded on30 Jul 2009
Typical for 1997 Suzuki Vitara80,904 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP120 MBD
MakeSuzuki
ModelVitara
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,590cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Jul 2009 94,200 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

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

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

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 10 Jul 2008 83,840 miles

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

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

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 26 Apr 2007 75,850 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2006 74,573 miles
Fail 31 Jul 2006 74,569 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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

ALL brake pipes show sign's off corrosion and have been covered in black paint

Coolant leak

steering universal joint and rubber joint (beneath brake servo) show signs of wear

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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P120 MBD is a 1997 Suzuki Vitara in Black with a 1,590cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 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 P120 MBD, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was P120 MBD registered?

P120 MBD is a 1997 Suzuki Vitara, first registered on 28 February 1997.

Is P120 MBD safe to buy?

The MOT history for P120 MBD shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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