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P814 PLA

1997 Suzuki Vitara

Blue Petrol 1590cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Aug 2019
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

91,638 mi
Last recorded91,638 miles
Recorded on9 Aug 2018
Typical for 1997 Suzuki Vitara80,904 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP814 PLA
MakeSuzuki
ModelVitara
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,590cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Aug 2018 91,638 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2018 91,633 miles

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt clip loose (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Top Mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Rear Rear fog lamp missing (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint worn to the extent there is a serious risk of detachment Locking nut loose (2.1.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 10 Dec 2016 89,524 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2015 82,966 miles

Corrosion on underside

Offside inner arch corroded

Oil leak

Pass 20 Dec 2014 82,024 miles

offside inner arch corroded

Fail 20 Dec 2014 82,024 miles

Nearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

offside inner arch corroded

Pass 16 Nov 2013 81,151 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2011 80,406 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2010 77,664 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2009 75,228 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2008 72,508 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2007 59,470 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2006 44,908 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2005 43,435 miles
Fail 11 Nov 2005 43,435 miles

Offside Rear Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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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P814 PLA is a 1997 Suzuki Vitara in Blue with a 1,590cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 P814 PLA, 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 P814 PLA registered?

P814 PLA is a 1997 Suzuki Vitara, first registered on 26 June 1997.

Is P814 PLA safe to buy?

The MOT history for P814 PLA shows 15 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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