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P501 UKX

1997 Suzuki Vitara

Red Petrol 1590cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Mar 2018
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

69,050 mi
Last recorded69,050 miles
Recorded on8 Mar 2017
Typical for 1997 Suzuki Vitara80,904 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP501 UKX
MakeSuzuki
ModelVitara
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,590cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Mar 2017 69,050 miles

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

tail pipe missing

Fail 6 Mar 2017 69,040 miles

Nearside Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

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

Nearside Registration plate lamp insecure (1.1.C.1c)

Offside Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings floor (6.1.B.2)

Offside Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings under drivers seat (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

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

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

tail pipe missing

Pass 12 Jan 2016 59,604 miles

Brake hose slightly deteriorated both sides (3.6.B.4d)

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

Nearside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Offside Rear tyre cracking

body has corrosion

both front tyres wearing on inner edges

exhaust bracket corroded off

Fail 11 Jan 2016 59,603 miles

Nearside Front Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded inner wing (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

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

Brake hose slightly deteriorated both sides (3.6.B.4d)

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

Nearside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Offside Rear tyre cracking

body has corrosion

both front tyres wearing on inner edges

exhaust bracket corroded off

Pass 12 Mar 2015 54,133 miles

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

body has corrosion

offside rear tyre cracking

Pass 10 Feb 2014 48,052 miles

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

Nearside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Pass 11 Feb 2013 41,975 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2009 41,786 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2008 40,770 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

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

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

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)

rear exhaust hanger broken

Pass 2 Mar 2007 38,852 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2006 36,689 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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P501 UKX is a 1997 Suzuki Vitara in Red with a 1,590cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 P501 UKX, 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 P501 UKX registered?

P501 UKX is a 1997 Suzuki Vitara, first registered on 11 April 1997.

Is P501 UKX safe to buy?

The MOT history for P501 UKX shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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