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R217 ERP

1998 Suzuki Vitara

Multi-colour Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Sep 2014
Tests13 (8 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate61.5%

Mileage

144,791 mi
Last recorded144,791 miles
Recorded on13 Sep 2013
Typical for 1998 Suzuki Vitara73,104 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR217 ERP
MakeSuzuki
ModelVitara
Year1998
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

8 pass 5 fail
Pass 13 Sep 2013 144,791 miles
Fail 12 Sep 2013 144,791 miles

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition off (1.4.B.1f)

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition on (1.4.B.1f)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

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

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

Pass 13 Aug 2012 141,581 miles

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

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

Fail 27 Jul 2012 141,430 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

Nearside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Offside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Pass 26 Jul 2011 130,524 miles

advise front b/pads low

advise n/s/f shock absorber showing signs of top seal seepage

advise rear anti tramp bar bushes showing signs of fatigue

advise rear metal b/pipes to load sensing valve showing signs of rust fatigue

Fail 21 Jul 2011 130,524 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

Offside Rear Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1) DANGEROUS

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

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

advise front b/pads low

advise n/s/f shock absorber showing signs of top seal seepage

advise rear anti tramp bar bushes showing signs of fatigue

advise rear metal b/pipes to load sensing valve showing signs of rust fatigue

Pass 6 Aug 2010 118,708 miles

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

Fail 5 Aug 2010 118,704 miles

Exhaust tailpipe not capable of allowing the emission probe to be inserted (7.4.B.1)

Front registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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

Pass 7 Aug 2009 11,169 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2008 105,853 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2008 105,853 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a non-turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

Pass 24 Jul 2007 98,353 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2006 91,168 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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R217 ERP is a 1998 Suzuki Vitara in Multi-colour with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.5%.

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 R217 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 28 years old, this Suzuki Vitara is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was R217 ERP registered?

R217 ERP is a 1998 Suzuki Vitara, first registered on 1 February 1998.

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