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P275 VPP

1997 Suzuki Vitara

Red Petrol 1590cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 May 2025
Tests26 (17 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate65.4%

Mileage

40,466 mi
Last recorded40,466 miles
Recorded on21 May 2024
Typical for 1997 Suzuki Vitara80,904 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP275 VPP
MakeSuzuki
ModelVitara
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,590cc

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MOT History

17 pass 9 fail
Pass 21 May 2024 40,466 miles

Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced both sides (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 30 May 2023 40,062 miles

Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced both sides on the rear (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 23 Dec 2021 39,958 miles

Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security both sides (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Fail 20 Dec 2021 39,957 miles

Offside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security both sides (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Pass 11 Dec 2020 39,377 miles

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Fail 9 Dec 2020 39,376 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 28 Aug 2019 39,106 miles
Fail 8 Aug 2019 39,105 miles

Nearside Rear Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (sill) (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (sill) (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

All tyre tread cracking

Pass 5 Mar 2018 37,140 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Front tyre cracking

Nearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Rear tyre cracking

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Offside Front tyre cracking

Offside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Offside Rear tyre cracking

Fail 2 Mar 2018 37,107 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings inner sill area (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Front tyre cracking

Nearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Rear tyre cracking

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Offside Front tyre cracking

Offside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Offside Rear tyre cracking

Pass 10 Oct 2016 36,297 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Front wheel is slightly tight to turn

Nearside Rear Trailing arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Offside Rear Trailing arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Fail 10 Oct 2016 36,297 miles

Front Direction indicator not working both front not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Front wheel is slightly tight to turn

Nearside Rear Trailing arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Offside Rear Trailing arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Pass 11 Sep 2015 35,486 miles

Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both (2.4.G.1)

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Rear Trailing arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Pass 27 Jun 2014 33,392 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

brake back plates rust flakes rubbing discs

rear tailgate unable to open

Fail 26 Jun 2014 33,373 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

auxillary drive belt squealing

brake back plates rust flakes rubbing discs

rear tailgate unable to open

Pass 24 Sep 2013 32,463 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

The rear exhaust hanger is broken but still secure

Pass 1 Aug 2012 30,359 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Pass 28 Jun 2011 29,361 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2011 29,361 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 22 Jun 2010 28,533 miles
Fail 22 Jun 2010 28,533 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 24 Jun 2009 28,379 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2008 27,372 miles

edge wear on both rear tyres

front brake pads getting low

Pass 11 Jun 2007 26,546 miles
Fail 11 Jun 2007 26,546 miles

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 15 Jun 2006 24,701 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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P275 VPP is a 1997 Suzuki Vitara in Red with a 1,590cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 65.4%.

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 P275 VPP, 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.

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P275 VPP is a 1997 Suzuki Vitara, first registered on 19 June 1997.

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