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R110 FRO

1998 Suzuki Vitara

Silver Petrol 1590cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jun 2021
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

94,642 mi
Last recorded94,642 miles
Recorded on18 Jun 2020
Typical for 1998 Suzuki Vitara73,104 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR110 FRO
MakeSuzuki
ModelVitara
Year1998
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,590cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 18 Jun 2020 94,642 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2013 93,457 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (3.6.B.4d)

slight movement in steering box

Fail 6 Dec 2013 93,456 miles

Inner Front Drive shaft which forms part of the suspension coupling gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.4.G.4e)

Offside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (3.6.B.4d)

slight movement in steering box

Pass 14 Dec 2012 85,453 miles

rear exhaust hanger broken

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

front brake discs worn

Fail 12 Dec 2012 85,451 miles

Nearside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

front brake discs worn

rear exhaust hanger broken

Fail 3 Dec 2012 85,049 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 8 Dec 2011 77,476 miles

Battery insecure

Nearside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 22 Dec 2010 70,422 miles

Battery insecure

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

Pass 18 Dec 2009 65,971 miles
Fail 17 Dec 2009 65,970 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 19 Dec 2008 59,164 miles
Fail 19 Dec 2008 59,164 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Front number plate slightly damaged.

Nearside rear lamp loose.

Nearside rear tyre on legal limit.

Pass 21 Dec 2007 50,577 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2006 43,509 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2005 36,409 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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R110 FRO is a 1998 Suzuki Vitara in Silver with a 1,590cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1998 Suzuki Vitara models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.7% with a typical mileage of 73,104 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 R110 FRO, 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 28 years old, this Suzuki Vitara is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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R110 FRO is a 1998 Suzuki Vitara, first registered on 1 May 1998.

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