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P681 PLM

1997 Suzuki Vitara

Blue Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Mar 2008
Tests2 (2 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

55,287 mi
Last recorded55,287 miles
Recorded on5 Mar 2007
Typical for 1997 Suzuki Vitara80,904 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP681 PLM
MakeSuzuki
ModelVitara
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

2 pass
Pass 5 Mar 2007 55,287 miles

Front crossmember and chassis rails corroding/ by suspension mount

Fuel pipes corroding, RECOMMEND ATTENTION

Nsf brake hose steel section corroding

Os front to rear brake pipe corroded, RECOMMEND REPLACEMENT

Os innersill/floor pan corroding

Osf tyre close to legal limit and perished

Rear brake hose steel ends corroding

Steel brake pipe (compensator to hose) corroding, RECOMMEND REPLACEMENT

Steering, brake pedals, handbrake, accelerator controls modified

oil leaks

Pass 2 Mar 2006 48,202 miles

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

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

fuel pipes corroded

n/s/f brake hose steel end corroded

o/s/f steel brake pipe corroded - JUST ACCEPTABLE & RECOMMEND REPLACEMENT

o/s/f tyre wearing on inner edge

oil leak

plastic trims fitted to outer sills

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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P681 PLM is a 1997 Suzuki Vitara in Blue with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 P681 PLM, 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 P681 PLM registered?

P681 PLM is a 1997 Suzuki Vitara, first registered on 15 March 1997.

Is P681 PLM safe to buy?

The MOT history for P681 PLM shows 2 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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