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P44 PNK

1997 Suzuki Vitara

Multi-colour Petrol 1590cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Mar 2027
Tests20 (14 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

125,571 mi
Last recorded125,571 miles
Recorded on14 Mar 2026
Typical for 1997 Suzuki Vitara80,904 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP44 PNK
MakeSuzuki
ModelVitara
Year1997
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,590cc

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MOT History

14 pass 6 fail
Pass 14 Mar 2026 125,571 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2024 125,508 miles
Fail 11 Nov 2024 125,485 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2023 125,461 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2022 125,331 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2021 125,264 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2020 125,157 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2018 125,090 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2012 122,764 miles
Fail 14 Feb 2012 122,667 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

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

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

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

propshaft joints slight wear

tow socket insecure

Pass 9 Mar 2011
Fail 4 Mar 2011

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

Pass 18 Mar 2010 108,299 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2009 94,179 miles
Fail 2 Mar 2009 94,179 miles

Front Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) leaking from a joint (2.3.3b)

Pass 14 Sep 2007 82,720 miles

bonnet pull

Fail 12 Sep 2007 82,720 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

bonnet pull

Pass 13 Jul 2006 71,297 miles
Fail 10 Jul 2006 71,297 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 20 Mar 2006 69,151 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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P44 PNK is a 1997 Suzuki Vitara in Multi-colour with a 1,590cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 P44 PNK, 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 P44 PNK registered?

P44 PNK is a 1997 Suzuki Vitara, first registered on 25 March 1997.

Is P44 PNK safe to buy?

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