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R260 GJO

1998 Suzuki Vitara

Red Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jun 2017
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

166,729 mi
Last recorded166,729 miles
Recorded on4 Jun 2016
Typical for 1998 Suzuki Vitara73,104 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR260 GJO
MakeSuzuki
ModelVitara
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Jun 2016 166,729 miles

Rear Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

advise rear brake reading low

Pass 18 May 2015 161,390 miles

Front Coil spring mounting corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.C.3c)

Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

Pass 15 May 2014 155,239 miles

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

Pass 23 May 2013 147,298 miles
Fail 28 May 2012 137,829 miles

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

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

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

Pass 28 May 2012 137,829 miles

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

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

Pass 16 May 2011 128,342 miles
Fail 16 May 2011 128,342 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 17 May 2010 115,330 miles

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

rear brakes noisy

Pass 2 Jun 2009 104,966 miles
Pass 14 May 2008 91,130 miles
Pass 30 May 2007 77,974 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2006 67,183 miles

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

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

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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R260 GJO is a 1998 Suzuki Vitara in Red with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 R260 GJO, 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 R260 GJO registered?

R260 GJO is a 1998 Suzuki Vitara, first registered on 8 June 1998.

Is R260 GJO safe to buy?

The MOT history for R260 GJO shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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