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R208 EOU

1998 Suzuki Cappuccino

Red Petrol 657cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Feb 2017
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

52,596 mi
Last recorded52,596 miles
Recorded on18 Feb 2016
Typical for 1998 Suzuki Cappuccino67,432 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR208 EOU
MakeSuzuki
ModelCappuccino
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine657cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Feb 2016 52,596 miles

differential rear bush worn

Pass 17 Feb 2015 52,314 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Oil leak

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

Fail 10 Feb 2015 52,206 miles

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

Front registration plate background overprinted or shadowed with text (6.3.1e)

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Oil leak

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

Pass 6 Feb 2014 48,656 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2013 42,797 miles
Fail 9 Jan 2013 42,759 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

british number plates not fitted at time of test

Pass 29 Jul 2011 36,366 miles

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

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 26 Jul 2010 34,672 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2008 28,773 miles

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

chassis number differs between car and V5

How Reliable is the Suzuki Cappuccino?

Based on 11,869 MOT tests across 1,070 vehicles.

68.5%
Pass Rate
1,020
Miles/Year
33
Year Lifespan
1,070
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 1,923
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 973
Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 763
Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings 515
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 506
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R208 EOU is a 1998 Suzuki Cappuccino in Red with a 657cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 1998 Suzuki Cappuccino models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.8% with a typical mileage of 67,432 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Suzuki Cappuccino fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 1,923 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R208 EOU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki Cappuccino typically stays on UK roads for around 33 years. At 28 years old, this Suzuki Cappuccino is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R208 EOU registered?

R208 EOU is a 1998 Suzuki Cappuccino, first registered on 9 January 1998.

Is R208 EOU safe to buy?

The MOT history for R208 EOU shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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