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P738 XFG

1997 Suzuki Vitara

Turquoise Petrol 1590cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Feb 2017
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

110,791 mi
Last recorded110,791 miles
Recorded on28 Jan 2016
Typical for 1997 Suzuki Vitara80,904 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP738 XFG
MakeSuzuki
ModelVitara
Year1997
ColourTurquoise
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,590cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Jan 2016 110,791 miles
Fail 28 Jan 2016 110,791 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 27 Jan 2015 102,011 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2014 94,147 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2013 86,313 miles

BOTH REAR TYRES HAVE CUTS IN SIDEWALL BUT NO CORD EXPOSED

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

Centre Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

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

Rear Fuel pipe slightly damaged (7.2.2)

Pass 26 Jan 2012 80,316 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2011 75,143 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2010 70,185 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2009 65,154 miles

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

Pass 23 Jan 2008 59,931 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2007 56,093 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2006 51,844 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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P738 XFG is a 1997 Suzuki Vitara in Turquoise with a 1,590cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 P738 XFG, 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 P738 XFG registered?

P738 XFG is a 1997 Suzuki Vitara, first registered on 10 March 1997.

Is P738 XFG safe to buy?

The MOT history for P738 XFG shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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