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R129 OTT

1998 Suzuki Grand Vitara

Green Petrol 2493cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jul 2021
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

52,497 mi
Last recorded52,497 miles
Recorded on29 Jul 2020
Typical for 1998 Suzuki Grand Vitara91,635 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR129 OTT
MakeSuzuki
ModelGrand Vitara
Year1998
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,493cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Jul 2020 52,497 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 17 Jul 2019 45,888 miles
Fail 17 Jul 2019 45,888 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii))

Pass 21 Jul 2018 41,757 miles

both rear tyre valves perishing

both rear tyres perishing

play to nearside front antiroll bar link

Pass 22 Jul 2017 41,075 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2016 40,397 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2015 39,211 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2014 37,700 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2013 34,930 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2012 32,010 miles

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

Pass 26 Jun 2012 31,953 miles

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

Pass 28 Jun 2011 31,390 miles

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

Pass 29 Jun 2010 30,977 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2009 30,188 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2008 29,440 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2007 28,502 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2006 27,618 miles

How Reliable is the Suzuki Grand Vitara?

Based on 1,025,634 MOT tests across 67,699 vehicles.

76.2%
Pass Rate
5,400
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
67,699
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 23,442
Brake pipe excessively corroded 22,487
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 17,776
position lamp(s) not working 14,500
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 11,293
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R129 OTT is a 1998 Suzuki Grand Vitara in Green with a 2,493cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

Across all 1998 Suzuki Grand Vitara models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.8% with a typical mileage of 91,635 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Suzuki Grand Vitara fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 23,442 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R129 OTT, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki Grand Vitara typically stays on UK roads for around 28 years. At 28 years old, this Suzuki Grand Vitara is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R129 OTT registered?

R129 OTT is a 1998 Suzuki Grand Vitara, first registered on 25 June 1998.

Is R129 OTT safe to buy?

The MOT history for R129 OTT shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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