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R263 CJN

1998 Suzuki Vitara

Black Petrol 1590cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Sep 2024
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

61,369 mi
Last recorded61,369 miles
Recorded on31 Aug 2023
Typical for 1998 Suzuki Vitara73,104 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR263 CJN
MakeSuzuki
ModelVitara
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,590cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 31 Aug 2023 61,369 miles

Exhaust mounting defective corroded (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security subframe+suspension components (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Pass 26 Aug 2022 61,079 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2021 60,780 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2020 60,481 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2019 60,013 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2018 59,648 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2017 59,398 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2016 59,022 miles

Oil leak ()

Pass 24 Aug 2015 58,629 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2015 58,629 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.8)

Pass 22 Aug 2014 58,236 miles
Fail 21 Aug 2014 58,228 miles

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 23 Aug 2013 57,845 miles

Offside Headlamp affected by the operation of another lamp (1.7.5c)

Pass 24 Aug 2012 57,046 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2011 56,273 miles

Nearside front brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Oil leak

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

rear prop shaft u joint has slight play

Fail 29 Jun 2011 56,273 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has excessive play in the sliding bush or gland (2.5.B.1b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Nearside front brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Oil leak

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

rear prop shaft u joint has slight play

Pass 18 Jan 2010 55,020 miles
Fail 18 Jan 2010 55,020 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose stretched (3.6.B.4c)

Offside Front Brake hose stretched (3.6.B.4c)

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

Pass 16 Jan 2009 52,639 miles

battery insecure

Pass 8 Jan 2008 48,956 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2007 48,402 miles

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

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

Pass 26 Jul 2006 46,448 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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R263 CJN is a 1998 Suzuki Vitara in Black with a 1,590cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 R263 CJN, 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 R263 CJN registered?

R263 CJN is a 1998 Suzuki Vitara, first registered on 11 February 1998.

Is R263 CJN safe to buy?

The MOT history for R263 CJN shows 22 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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