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R204 GWY

1998 Suzuki Vitara

Black Petrol 1590cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Oct 2020
Tests20 (13 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate65%

Mileage

118,630 mi
Last recorded118,630 miles
Recorded on30 Oct 2019
Typical for 1998 Suzuki Vitara73,104 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR204 GWY
MakeSuzuki
ModelVitara
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,590cc

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MOT History

13 pass 7 fail
Pass 30 Oct 2019 118,630 miles

Tyre wheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch all (5.2.3 (f))

corrosion to chassis and suspension components

Fail 12 Oct 2019 118,571 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe likely to become detached or damaged (1.1.11 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers insecurely attached (5.3.2 (a) (i))

Track rod end ball joint has excessive play both outter and inner loose (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Wheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch all ()

corrosion to chassis and suspension componets

Pass 31 Oct 2018 117,220 miles

Nearside Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner wing (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords 4 tyers (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 31 Mar 2017 117,192 miles

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

Fail 30 Mar 2017 117,192 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Front position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

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

Pass 24 Sep 2015 117,071 miles
Fail 22 Sep 2015

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 19 Sep 2014 116,688 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2013 150,685 miles
Fail 4 Sep 2013 150,682 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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

Vehicle structure has an unsatisfactory modification, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Pass 11 Jun 2012 149,301 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Pass 16 Jun 2011 147,366 miles

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

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

Pass 14 Jun 2010 143,613 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

both front disc worn

Pass 22 Jun 2009 132,570 miles
Fail 22 Jun 2009 132,568 miles

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

Offside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

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

Pass 23 Jun 2008 122,536 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

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

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

both rear tyres perrishing

Fail 20 Jun 2008 122,484 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

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

Offside Rear Stop lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.1f)

Nail in nearside rear tyre

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

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

both rear tyres perrishing

Pass 9 Jan 2007 103,771 miles
Fail 8 Jan 2007 103,757 miles

Exhaust has a part missing (7.1.1a)

Pass 12 Jan 2006 94,546 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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 GWY is a 1998 Suzuki Vitara in Black with a 1,590cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 65%.

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

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 GWY, 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 R204 GWY registered?

R204 GWY is a 1998 Suzuki Vitara, first registered on 22 January 1998.

Is R204 GWY safe to buy?

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