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P142 LRP

1997 Suzuki Vitara

Green Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Dec 2009
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

101,235 mi
Last recorded101,235 miles
Recorded on30 Dec 2008
Typical for 1997 Suzuki Vitara80,904 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP142 LRP
MakeSuzuki
ModelVitara
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Fail 30 Dec 2008 101,235 miles

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

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Oil leak

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 30 Dec 2008 101,235 miles

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

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

Oil leak

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 19 Dec 2007 94,225 miles

Oil leak

Fail 19 Dec 2007 94,225 miles

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Oil leak

Pass 21 Dec 2006 84,599 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2005 72,654 miles
Fail 3 Nov 2005 72,654 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

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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P142 LRP is a 1997 Suzuki Vitara in Green with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 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 P142 LRP, 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 P142 LRP registered?

P142 LRP is a 1997 Suzuki Vitara, first registered on 28 April 1997.

Is P142 LRP safe to buy?

The MOT history for P142 LRP shows 7 tests with a 57.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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