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R260 HFG

1997 Suzuki Vitara

Green Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Aug 2016
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

62,011 mi
Last recorded62,011 miles
Recorded on25 Aug 2015
Typical for 1997 Suzuki Vitara80,904 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR260 HFG
MakeSuzuki
ModelVitara
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Aug 2015 62,011 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded between master cylinder and o/side front flexible hose. (3.6.B.2c)

Steering system slightly rough (2.2.D.1)

Pass 8 Aug 2014 60,953 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2013 59,570 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2012 58,328 miles

Slight perishing on all tyres.

Pass 25 Jun 2011 57,021 miles
Fail 8 Jun 2010 55,332 miles

Exhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (7.3.A.2c)

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Slight cracking on o/side rear tyre but no cords exposed.

Pass 8 Jun 2010 55,332 miles

Exhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (7.3.A.2c)

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

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

Slight cracking on o/side rear tyre but no cords exposed.

Pass 8 Jun 2009 52,663 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2008 50,926 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2007 48,553 miles

offside rear tyre low on tread inner sidewall cracking

rear exhaust box weak

Fail 13 Dec 2005 45,276 miles

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

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

Pass 13 Dec 2005 45,276 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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R260 HFG is a 1997 Suzuki Vitara in Green with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1997 Suzuki Vitara models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.3% with a typical mileage of 80,904 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 HFG, 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 29 years old, this Suzuki Vitara is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R260 HFG registered?

R260 HFG is a 1997 Suzuki Vitara, first registered on 28 November 1997.

Is R260 HFG safe to buy?

The MOT history for R260 HFG shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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