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R123 BNP

1998 Suzuki Vitara

Blue Petrol 1590cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Oct 2012
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

93,544 mi
Last recorded93,544 miles
Recorded on18 Oct 2011
Typical for 1998 Suzuki Vitara73,104 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR123 BNP
MakeSuzuki
ModelVitara
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,590cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Oct 2011 93,544 miles
Fail 14 Oct 2010 80,364 miles

Battery insecure

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

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 14 Oct 2010 80,364 miles

Battery insecure

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

Pass 20 Oct 2009 66,790 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2008 56,954 miles

Battery insecure

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

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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R123 BNP is a 1998 Suzuki Vitara in Blue with a 1,590cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 R123 BNP, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of R123 BNP?

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What year was R123 BNP registered?

R123 BNP is a 1998 Suzuki Vitara, first registered on 27 May 1998.

Is R123 BNP safe to buy?

The MOT history for R123 BNP shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does R123 BNP have outstanding finance?

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