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P810 FBW

1997 Suzuki Vitara

Green Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Nov 2013
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

81,181 mi
Last recorded81,181 miles
Recorded on21 Nov 2012
Typical for 1997 Suzuki Vitara80,904 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP810 FBW
MakeSuzuki
ModelVitara
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Nov 2012 81,181 miles

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

EXHAUST CORRODED

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

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

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

VEHICLE SMOKING SLIGHTLY

WINDSCREEN CHIPPED

Pass 17 Nov 2011 79,177 miles

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

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

WINDSCREEN CHIPPED

Pass 16 Jul 2010 76,554 miles

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

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

NEARSIDE REAR TYRE GETTING LOW

WINDSCREEN CHIPPED

Pass 15 Jul 2009 75,147 miles

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

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

O/S/R TYRE GETTING LOW

WINDSCREEN CHIPPED

Fail 8 Jul 2009 75,131 miles

Offside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

O/S/R TYRE GETTING LOW

WINDSCREEN CHIPPED

Pass 10 May 2008 74,015 miles

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

all metal brakepipes corroded

both sides rear inner sills starting to corrode

front brake pads worn

handbrake travel long

plastic sill covers fitted

steering coupling worn in engine bay

Pass 7 Mar 2007 71,880 miles
Fail 6 Mar 2007 71,841 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

Pass 16 Mar 2006 69,738 miles

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

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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P810 FBW is a 1997 Suzuki Vitara in Green with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 P810 FBW, 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 P810 FBW registered?

P810 FBW is a 1997 Suzuki Vitara, first registered on 24 April 1997.

Is P810 FBW safe to buy?

The MOT history for P810 FBW shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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