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R201 GPN

1997 Suzuki Wagon-r+

Purple Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 May 2021
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

76,637 mi
Last recorded76,637 miles
Recorded on15 May 2020
Typical for 1997 Suzuki Wagon-r+68,478 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR201 GPN
MakeSuzuki
ModelWagon-r+
Year1997
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 15 May 2020 76,637 miles
Pass 15 May 2019 75,795 miles
Pass 15 May 2018 75,191 miles
Fail 14 May 2018 75,190 miles

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

Pass 12 May 2017 73,492 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2016 72,585 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2015 70,909 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2014 68,445 miles

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

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside rear parking (secondary) brake grabbing severely (3.7.B.6b)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 2 Jun 2014 68,445 miles
Pass 28 May 2013 65,867 miles
Fail 28 May 2013 65,867 miles

Centre Front Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar vehicle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.4)

Exhaust tailpipe not capable of allowing the emission probe to be inserted (7.3.D.1)

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Nearside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Offside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 29 May 2012 64,483 miles

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

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Fail 29 May 2012 64,483 miles

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

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Fail 26 May 2011 63,243 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 26 May 2011 63,243 miles
Pass 17 May 2010 62,028 miles
Pass 22 May 2009 60,483 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2007 52,020 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2006 47,098 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2005 41,900 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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R201 GPN is a 1997 Suzuki Wagon-r+ in Purple with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1997 Suzuki Wagon-r+ models, the average MOT pass rate is 60.1% with a typical mileage of 68,478 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 R201 GPN, 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 29 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 R201 GPN registered?

R201 GPN is a 1997 Suzuki Wagon-r+, first registered on 15 September 1997.

Is R201 GPN safe to buy?

The MOT history for R201 GPN shows 20 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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