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R115 DNT

1998 Suzuki Vitara

Red Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Nov 2015
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

151,369 mi
Last recorded151,369 miles
Recorded on3 Nov 2015
Typical for 1998 Suzuki Vitara73,104 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR115 DNT
MakeSuzuki
ModelVitara
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Fail 3 Nov 2015 151,369 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded sill (5.2.6)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded chassis (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded sill & arch (5.2.6)

Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded across axle (3.6.B.2c)

Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded valve to flexy (3.6.B.2c)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

nail in n/s/f tyre

oil leak

Pass 5 Nov 2014 140,022 miles
Fail 28 Oct 2014 139,667 miles

Offside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

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

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

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

Pass 27 Nov 2013 134,566 miles

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 28 Nov 2012 128,724 miles

Slight corrosion on offside rear inner sill

Pass 29 Nov 2011 123,102 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Slight corrosion on nearside inner sill

Pass 12 Jul 2010 115,987 miles

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

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

Pass 13 Jul 2009 106,961 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2008 94,207 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2007 78,681 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2006 72,699 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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R115 DNT is a 1998 Suzuki Vitara in Red with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 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 R115 DNT, 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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What year was R115 DNT registered?

R115 DNT is a 1998 Suzuki Vitara, first registered on 11 February 1998.

Is R115 DNT safe to buy?

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