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P741 LVW

1997 Suzuki Vitara

Blue Petrol 1590cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Apr 2016
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

65,306 mi
Last recorded65,306 miles
Recorded on18 Apr 2015
Typical for 1997 Suzuki Vitara80,904 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP741 LVW
MakeSuzuki
ModelVitara
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,590cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 18 Apr 2015 65,306 miles

lots of corrosion close to limit

Pass 26 Mar 2014 63,066 miles

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

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

tip of exhaust missing

Pass 11 Apr 2013 61,511 miles

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

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

Pass 19 Apr 2012 58,296 miles

alot of surface corrosion under vehicle

Pass 15 Mar 2011 52,599 miles
Fail 15 Mar 2011 52,599 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 4 Mar 2010 47,538 miles

Offside Rear Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Pass 5 Mar 2009 43,426 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2008 38,932 miles
Fail 4 Mar 2008 38,932 miles

Front registration plate delaminated (6.3.1d)

Pass 1 Mar 2007 33,291 miles
Fail 1 Mar 2007 33,291 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 13 Mar 2006 27,745 miles
Fail 13 Mar 2006 27,745 miles

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

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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P741 LVW is a 1997 Suzuki Vitara in Blue with a 1,590cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 P741 LVW, 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 P741 LVW registered?

P741 LVW is a 1997 Suzuki Vitara, first registered on 19 February 1997.

Is P741 LVW safe to buy?

The MOT history for P741 LVW shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does P741 LVW have outstanding finance?

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