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R226 CYG

1998 Suzuki Vitara

Red Petrol 1590cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Aug 2018
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

94,093 mi
Last recorded94,093 miles
Recorded on8 Aug 2017
Typical for 1998 Suzuki Vitara73,104 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR226 CYG
MakeSuzuki
ModelVitara
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,590cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 8 Aug 2017 94,093 miles
Fail 8 Aug 2017 94,093 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases tail pipe (7.1.2)

Pass 8 Jun 2016 93,257 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded all metal brake pipes (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 8 Jun 2016 93,257 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded all metal brake pipes (3.6.B.2c)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 15 May 2015 92,207 miles

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

Pass 10 Mar 2014 91,169 miles
Fail 12 Jul 2012 90,762 miles

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

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Pass 12 Jul 2012 90,762 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2011 87,959 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2011 87,959 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 8 Jun 2010 84,277 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2009 77,712 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2008 67,119 miles
Pass 31 May 2007 57,785 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2006 46,057 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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R226 CYG is a 1998 Suzuki Vitara in Red with a 1,590cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 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 R226 CYG, 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 R226 CYG registered?

R226 CYG is a 1998 Suzuki Vitara, first registered on 21 March 1998.

Is R226 CYG safe to buy?

The MOT history for R226 CYG shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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