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R246 TKP

1998 Suzuki Grand Vitara

Green Petrol 2493cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Sep 2010
Tests9 (5 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate55.6%

Mileage

116,388 mi
Last recorded116,388 miles
Recorded on18 Aug 2009
Typical for 1998 Suzuki Grand Vitara91,635 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR246 TKP
MakeSuzuki
ModelGrand Vitara
Year1998
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,493cc

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MOT History

5 pass 4 fail
Pass 18 Aug 2009 116,388 miles

Oil leak

Temporary fuel cap fitted

Fail 17 Aug 2009 116,388 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Oil leak

Temporary fuel cap fitted

Pass 8 Sep 2008 103,015 miles
Fail 15 Aug 2008 47,946 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 14 Aug 2007 84,673 miles
Fail 6 Aug 2007 84,485 miles

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

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

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

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

Fail 3 Aug 2006 68,082 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 3 Aug 2006 68,082 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2006 64,464 miles

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

imbalance on front brakes

spot lamps comming on when steering turned (repaired)

How Reliable is the Suzuki Grand Vitara?

Based on 1,025,634 MOT tests across 67,699 vehicles.

76.2%
Pass Rate
5,400
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
67,699
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 23,442
Brake pipe excessively corroded 22,487
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 17,776
position lamp(s) not working 14,500
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 11,293
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R246 TKP is a 1998 Suzuki Grand Vitara in Green with a 2,493cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 55.6%.

Across all 1998 Suzuki Grand Vitara models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.8% with a typical mileage of 91,635 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 Grand Vitara fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 23,442 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R246 TKP, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki Grand Vitara typically stays on UK roads for around 28 years. At 28 years old, this Suzuki Grand Vitara is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of R246 TKP?

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What year was R246 TKP registered?

R246 TKP is a 1998 Suzuki Grand Vitara, first registered on 31 December 1998.

Is R246 TKP safe to buy?

The MOT history for R246 TKP shows 9 tests with a 55.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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