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P470 LKO

1997 Suzuki Vitara

Turquoise Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Dec 2015
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

120,231 mi
Last recorded120,231 miles
Recorded on20 Nov 2014
Typical for 1997 Suzuki Vitara80,904 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP470 LKO
MakeSuzuki
ModelVitara
Year1997
ColourTurquoise
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Nov 2014 120,231 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2013 117,955 miles

Offside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is distorted but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Fail 14 Dec 2013 117,924 miles

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

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Hazard warning lamps inoperative (1.4.B.1b)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

engine oil leak

front pads low

Pass 6 Dec 2012 114,800 miles

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

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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

Pass 9 Dec 2011 111,785 miles

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

Pass 18 Dec 2010 103,677 miles

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

Pass 28 Nov 2009 96,839 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2008 92,283 miles

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

Pass 1 Dec 2007 78,259 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2006 69,865 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2005 62,537 miles

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

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

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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P470 LKO is a 1997 Suzuki Vitara in Turquoise with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 P470 LKO, 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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What year was P470 LKO registered?

P470 LKO is a 1997 Suzuki Vitara, first registered on 2 May 1997.

Is P470 LKO safe to buy?

The MOT history for P470 LKO shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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