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R242 AWA

1998 Suzuki Vitara

Red Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Oct 2017
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

123,888 mi
Last recorded123,888 miles
Recorded on31 Oct 2017
Typical for 1998 Suzuki Vitara73,104 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR242 AWA
MakeSuzuki
ModelVitara
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Fail 31 Oct 2017 123,888 miles

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded inner and outer sills (5.2.6)

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded inner and outer sills (5.2.6)

Pass 25 Oct 2016 121,055 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2015 116,830 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2014 112,454 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2013 107,387 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Pass 23 Oct 2012 104,096 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2011 99,562 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2010 94,475 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2009 89,289 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2009 80,845 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2008 74,462 miles
Fail 18 Jan 2008 74,462 miles

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

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

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

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

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

Pass 20 Jan 2007 70,816 miles

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

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 21 Jan 2006 67,144 miles

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

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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R242 AWA is a 1998 Suzuki Vitara in Red with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 R242 AWA, 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 R242 AWA registered?

R242 AWA is a 1998 Suzuki Vitara, first registered on 27 March 1998.

Is R242 AWA safe to buy?

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