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R204 ERP

1997 Suzuki Vitara

Turquoise Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Dec 2014
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

115,863 mi
Last recorded115,863 miles
Recorded on4 Dec 2013
Typical for 1997 Suzuki Vitara80,904 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR204 ERP
MakeSuzuki
ModelVitara
Year1997
ColourTurquoise
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Dec 2013 115,863 miles

corossion on inner front wings

Pass 7 Dec 2012 109,746 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2011 99,541 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2010 86,002 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2009 71,493 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Radius arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Radius arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Fail 21 Oct 2009 71,362 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Radius arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Radius arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 31 Oct 2008 60,873 miles

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

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

nearside front brake binding slightly

Pass 24 Oct 2007 49,491 miles

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Fail 24 Oct 2007 49,491 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Pass 27 Oct 2006 41,942 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2005 37,964 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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R204 ERP is a 1997 Suzuki Vitara in Turquoise with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 1997 Suzuki Vitara models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.3% with a typical mileage of 80,904 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 R204 ERP, 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 29 years old, this Suzuki Vitara is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of R204 ERP?

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What year was R204 ERP registered?

R204 ERP is a 1997 Suzuki Vitara, first registered on 28 November 1997.

Is R204 ERP safe to buy?

The MOT history for R204 ERP shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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