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R263 BAF

1997 Suzuki Vitara

Blue Petrol 1590cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Sep 2023
Tests17 (11 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate64.7%

Mileage

81,554 mi
Last recorded81,554 miles
Recorded on2 Sep 2022
Typical for 1997 Suzuki Vitara80,904 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR263 BAF
MakeSuzuki
ModelVitara
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,590cc

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MOT History

11 pass 6 fail
Pass 2 Sep 2022 81,554 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

undersealed

Pass 19 Jan 2017 77,912 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Fail 18 Jan 2017 77,910 miles

Nearside Rear Body or chassis is cracked, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 12 Feb 2016 75,156 miles

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

Fail 12 Jan 2016 75,156 miles

Nearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded Outer sill (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded Inner sill (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded Outer sill (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded Inner sill (2.4.A.3)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported Exhaust pipe broken off (7.1.1)

Unable to fully inspect sills as covers are fitted O/S & N/S

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' Chip in windscreen (8.3.1a)

Pass 17 Jan 2015 74,244 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2012 72,988 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2011 71,033 miles

Nearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

fuel filter some corrision

oil leak on engine

Fail 12 Oct 2011 71,033 miles

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

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Nearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

fuel filter some corrision

oil leak on engine

Pass 1 Jun 2010 65,169 miles

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

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

Fail 28 May 2010 65,067 miles

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

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

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

Pass 24 Jun 2009 62,376 miles

Battery insecure

Fail 17 Jun 2009 62,376 miles

Nearside Front suspension has excessive movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Battery insecure

Pass 14 Jun 2008 59,346 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2007 46,886 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2006 42,644 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2006 42,613 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm worn and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1) DANGEROUS

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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R263 BAF is a 1997 Suzuki Vitara in Blue with a 1,590cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 R263 BAF, 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 R263 BAF registered?

R263 BAF is a 1997 Suzuki Vitara, first registered on 15 August 1997.

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The MOT history for R263 BAF shows 17 tests with a 64.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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