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R157 BKO

1998 Suzuki Wagon-r+

Purple Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jul 2010
Tests9 (5 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate55.6%

Mileage

98,918 mi
Last recorded98,918 miles
Recorded on26 Jul 2010
Typical for 1998 Suzuki Wagon-r+64,539 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR157 BKO
MakeSuzuki
ModelWagon-r+
Year1998
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

5 pass 4 fail
Fail 26 Jul 2010 98,918 miles

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

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

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

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

Nearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Pass 22 Jul 2009 91,939 miles
Fail 22 Jul 2009 91,939 miles

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Fail 17 Jul 2009 91,907 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Rear wheel cylinder has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

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

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 21 Jul 2008 88,421 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2007 85,843 miles
Fail 20 Jul 2007 85,843 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Reverse light lens broken

Pass 7 Jul 2006 81,832 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2005 75,446 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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R157 BKO is a 1998 Suzuki Wagon-r+ in Purple with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 55.6%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 R157 BKO, 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

How do I check the history of R157 BKO?

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What year was R157 BKO registered?

R157 BKO is a 1998 Suzuki Wagon-r+, first registered on 29 May 1998.

Is R157 BKO safe to buy?

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