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R147 UCW

1998 Suzuki Vitara

Green Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Aug 2013
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

59,991 mi
Last recorded59,991 miles
Recorded on21 Jul 2012
Typical for 1998 Suzuki Vitara73,104 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR147 UCW
MakeSuzuki
ModelVitara
Year1998
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Jul 2012 59,991 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2011 75,086 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2010 55,612 miles
Fail 21 Aug 2010 55,612 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Front brake caliper leaking (3.6.A.1)

Offside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front brake caliper leaking (3.6.A.1)

Pass 28 Apr 2009 50,099 miles
Pass 8 May 2008 48,913 miles
Pass 10 May 2007 46,401 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2006 42,956 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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R147 UCW is a 1998 Suzuki Vitara in Green with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 R147 UCW, 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 R147 UCW registered?

R147 UCW is a 1998 Suzuki Vitara, first registered on 31 December 1998.

Is R147 UCW safe to buy?

The MOT history for R147 UCW shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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