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R137 BGY

1998 Suzuki Vitara

White Petrol 1590cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Mar 2010
Tests4 (4 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

134,788 mi
Last recorded134,788 miles
Recorded on13 Mar 2009
Typical for 1998 Suzuki Vitara73,104 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR137 BGY
MakeSuzuki
ModelVitara
Year1998
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,590cc

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MOT History

4 pass
Pass 13 Mar 2009 134,788 miles

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

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

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

Pass 13 Mar 2008 128,626 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2007 122,360 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2006 115,286 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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R137 BGY is a 1998 Suzuki Vitara in White with a 1,590cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 R137 BGY, 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 R137 BGY registered?

R137 BGY is a 1998 Suzuki Vitara, first registered on 25 March 1998.

Is R137 BGY safe to buy?

The MOT history for R137 BGY shows 4 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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