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R12 GTL

1998 Suzuki Wagon-r+

Gold Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Mar 2014
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

18,007 mi
Last recorded18,007 miles
Recorded on13 Feb 2013
Typical for 1998 Suzuki Wagon-r+64,539 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR12 GTL
MakeSuzuki
ModelWagon-r+
Year1998
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 13 Feb 2013 18,007 miles
Fail 13 Feb 2013 18,007 miles

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

various pipes corroded

Pass 28 Feb 2012 17,928 miles
Fail 28 Feb 2012 17,928 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Pass 25 Feb 2011 17,675 miles

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

corrosion to floor pan

heavy corrosion to inner sills and rear chassis

Fail 24 Feb 2011 17,669 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

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

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

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

corrosion to floor pan

heavy corrosion to inner sills and rear chassis

Pass 24 Feb 2010 17,234 miles

corrosion to both floor pans

corrosion to both rear inner wheel arches

corrosion to inner sills and nearside outer sill

Fail 22 Feb 2010 17,228 miles

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

corrosion to both inner sills

corrosion to n/s outer sill

corrosion to both floors

corrosion to rear inner wheel arches

Pass 25 Feb 2009 16,490 miles

both front tyres worn on edges

corrosion along both inner sills

Pass 28 Feb 2008 15,750 miles

both front wiper rubbers split

Pass 26 Feb 2007 14,792 miles

surface corrosion to floors and inner sills

Pass 21 Feb 2006 13,693 miles

How Reliable is the Suzuki Wagon-r+?

Based on 607,585 MOT tests across 35,379 vehicles.

71.2%
Pass Rate
3,813
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
35,379
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 28,567
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 17,874
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 14,380
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 13,341
Registration plate lamp not working 11,050
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R12 GTL is a 1998 Suzuki Wagon-r+ in Gold with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1998 Suzuki Wagon-r+ models, the average MOT pass rate is 61.0% with a typical mileage of 64,539 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Suzuki Wagon-r+ fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 28,567 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R12 GTL, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

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

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R12 GTL registered?

R12 GTL is a 1998 Suzuki Wagon-r+, first registered on 13 February 1998.

Is R12 GTL safe to buy?

The MOT history for R12 GTL shows 12 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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