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R233 ERP

1998 Suzuki Vitara

White Petrol 1590cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Mar 2015
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

58,943 mi
Last recorded58,943 miles
Recorded on13 Mar 2014
Typical for 1998 Suzuki Vitara73,104 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR233 ERP
MakeSuzuki
ModelVitara
Year1998
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,590cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Mar 2014 58,943 miles

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

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

Pass 26 Feb 2013 56,063 miles
Fail 26 Feb 2013 56,063 miles

Windscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 6 Feb 2012 53,471 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2011 51,087 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

surface cracks in both rear tyres

Fail 10 Feb 2011 51,087 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

surface cracks in both rear tyres

Pass 11 Jan 2010 45,876 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 9 Jan 2009 40,103 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2008 38,556 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2007 36,710 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 9 Jan 2006 35,619 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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R233 ERP is a 1998 Suzuki Vitara in White with a 1,590cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 R233 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R233 ERP registered?

R233 ERP is a 1998 Suzuki Vitara, first registered on 13 March 1998.

Is R233 ERP safe to buy?

The MOT history for R233 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.

Does R233 ERP have outstanding finance?

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