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P491 DDV

1997 Suzuki Vitara

Black Petrol 1590cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Dec 2019
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

82,920 mi
Last recorded82,920 miles
Recorded on11 Dec 2018
Typical for 1997 Suzuki Vitara80,904 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP491 DDV
MakeSuzuki
ModelVitara
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,590cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Dec 2018 82,920 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2017 82,900 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2015 82,759 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2013 82,637 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2012 82,495 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2011 82,280 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2010 80,032 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2008 80,048 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2007 77,995 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

battery insucure

o/s/ head lamp small hole

Fail 24 Sep 2007 77,995 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Wheel nut(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

battery insucure

o/s/ head lamp small hole

Pass 12 Jul 2006 66,176 miles

sslight play in steering † †no plate light dim † †temp fuel cap fitted

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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P491 DDV is a 1997 Suzuki Vitara in Black with a 1,590cc 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 P491 DDV, 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 P491 DDV registered?

P491 DDV is a 1997 Suzuki Vitara, first registered on 26 February 1997.

Is P491 DDV safe to buy?

The MOT history for P491 DDV 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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