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P461 YPF

1997 Suzuki Vitara

Red Petrol 1590cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Sep 2016
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

70,587 mi
Last recorded70,587 miles
Recorded on4 Nov 2016
Typical for 1997 Suzuki Vitara80,904 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP461 YPF
MakeSuzuki
ModelVitara
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,590cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Fail 4 Nov 2016 70,587 miles

Brake pipe excessively corroded Rear pipe to flexi hose (3.6.B.2c)

Front Anti-roll bar missing (2.4.G.1)

Front Steering column flexible coupling has excessive play (2.1.5)

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Rear Seat belt damaged sufficient to significantly weakened the webbing (5.2.2a)

Nearside Rear fog lamp insecure (1.3.2a)

Nearside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded Offside inner sil area (5.2.6)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded Nearside front chassis / floor area (2.4.A.3)

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded Nearside front floor pan area (2.4.A.3)

Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

Hand brake travel long.

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

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

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

Offside front tyre below limit on inner edge.

Pass 5 Sep 2015 65,312 miles
Fail 5 Sep 2015 65,312 miles

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

Pass 26 Aug 2014 63,870 miles

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 17 Aug 2013 60,993 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2012 58,637 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2011 55,933 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2010 52,971 miles
Fail 20 Jul 2009 50,356 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 20 Jul 2009 50,356 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2008 48,005 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2007 46,042 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2006 43,028 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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P461 YPF is a 1997 Suzuki Vitara in Red with a 1,590cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 P461 YPF, 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 P461 YPF registered?

P461 YPF is a 1997 Suzuki Vitara, first registered on 15 January 1997.

Is P461 YPF safe to buy?

The MOT history for P461 YPF shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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