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P270 PEG

1997 Suzuki Vitara

Blue Petrol 1590cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Sep 2012
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

80,211 mi
Last recorded80,211 miles
Recorded on30 Sep 2011
Typical for 1997 Suzuki Vitara80,904 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP270 PEG
MakeSuzuki
ModelVitara
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,590cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Sep 2011 80,211 miles

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

Pass 23 Sep 2010 73,099 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2009 64,517 miles
Fail 24 Sep 2009 64,499 miles

Nearside front brake juddering severely (3.7.A.2b)

Offside front brake juddering severely (3.7.A.2b)

Pass 23 Sep 2008 57,236 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

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

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

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

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

unable to check outer sills due to plastic covers fitted

Pass 11 Sep 2007 51,241 miles

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Pass 4 Sep 2006 45,120 miles

Front brake flexy hoses slightly perished.

Pass 17 Oct 2005 39,522 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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P270 PEG is a 1997 Suzuki Vitara in Blue with a 1,590cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 P270 PEG, 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 P270 PEG registered?

P270 PEG is a 1997 Suzuki Vitara, first registered on 12 May 1997.

Is P270 PEG safe to buy?

The MOT history for P270 PEG shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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