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R263 WTW

1997 Suzuki Vitara

Blue Petrol 1590cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Apr 2018
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

117,342 mi
Last recorded117,342 miles
Recorded on28 Apr 2017
Typical for 1997 Suzuki Vitara80,904 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 28 Apr 2017 117,342 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2017 117,331 miles

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

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

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

Pass 12 Apr 2016 112,239 miles

slight noise from n/s/f wheel bearing

Pass 10 Apr 2015 105,557 miles

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

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

Pass 5 Apr 2014 98,333 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2013 90,192 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2012 79,744 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2011 69,613 miles
Fail 7 Apr 2011 69,287 miles

Driver's door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Rear Fuel pipe leaking (7.2.3)

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

Pass 10 Apr 2010 61,362 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2009 52,688 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2008 44,362 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2007 41,534 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2006 39,993 miles
Fail 5 Sep 2006 39,993 miles

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

Fail 31 Aug 2006 39,905 miles

Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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 WTW is a 1997 Suzuki Vitara in Blue with a 1,590cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 R263 WTW, 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 WTW registered?

R263 WTW is a 1997 Suzuki Vitara, first registered on 27 October 1997.

Is R263 WTW safe to buy?

The MOT history for R263 WTW shows 16 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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