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P596 MVW

1997 Suzuki Vitara

Turquoise Petrol 1590cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jun 2017
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

64,003 mi
Last recorded64,003 miles
Recorded on27 Jun 2016
Typical for 1997 Suzuki Vitara80,904 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP596 MVW
MakeSuzuki
ModelVitara
Year1997
ColourTurquoise
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,590cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 27 Jun 2016 64,003 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2015 64,382 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2014 63,667 miles

both front brake flexi hoses starting to perish slightly

chipped screen

Fail 6 Jun 2013 63,053 miles

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

Pass 6 Jun 2013 63,053 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2012 62,407 miles

both front flexi hoses starting to crack slightly

metal fuel pipes starting to corrode

small chip in screen

Pass 27 Jun 2011 59,932 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

both front flexi hoses starting to crack slight

signs of slight wear in front wishbone rubbers

slight corrosion to n/s/f chassis rail

slight corrosion to rear metal brake pipes

spare wheel wrong size

Fail 24 May 2011 59,882 miles

Lower Steering column flexible coupling is excessively deteriorated (2.1.5)

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

Nearside Front Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Pass 21 May 2010 58,778 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 4 Jun 2009 57,444 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2008 53,335 miles

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

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

advise: n/s/r tyre has a tac nail in inner tread.

Pass 5 Jun 2008 53,335 miles

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

advise: n/s/r tyre has a tac nail in inner tread.

Pass 9 Jun 2007 49,212 miles
Fail 4 Jun 2007 49,208 miles

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

brake pipes corroded

front brake hoses poor condition

rear tyres worn low will need replacing

Pass 11 Apr 2006 41,346 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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P596 MVW is a 1997 Suzuki Vitara in Turquoise with a 1,590cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 P596 MVW, 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 P596 MVW registered?

P596 MVW is a 1997 Suzuki Vitara, first registered on 7 February 1997.

Is P596 MVW safe to buy?

The MOT history for P596 MVW shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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