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R239 ERP

1998 Suzuki Vitara

Red Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 May 2017
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

115,162 mi
Last recorded115,162 miles
Recorded on5 May 2016
Typical for 1998 Suzuki Vitara73,104 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR239 ERP
MakeSuzuki
ModelVitara
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 May 2016 115,162 miles

vehicle presented in borderline muddy condition

Pass 14 May 2015 102,238 miles

vehicle presented in a borderline muddy condition.

Pass 2 Apr 2014 88,116 miles
Fail 30 Oct 2013 88,108 miles

Nearside Inner Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

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

Offside Inner Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

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

Nail in nearside front tyre

Pass 30 Oct 2012 83,304 miles

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

Pass 31 Oct 2011 80,965 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2010 77,682 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2009 72,685 miles

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

Fail 30 Sep 2009 72,658 miles

Nearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Nearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Offside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

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

Pass 9 Oct 2008 68,912 miles
Fail 17 Oct 2007 64,888 miles

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

Offside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 17 Oct 2007 64,888 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2006 61,963 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2005 57,783 miles

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

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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R239 ERP is a 1998 Suzuki Vitara in Red with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 R239 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

How do I check the history of R239 ERP?

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What year was R239 ERP registered?

R239 ERP is a 1998 Suzuki Vitara, first registered on 31 March 1998.

Is R239 ERP safe to buy?

The MOT history for R239 ERP shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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