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R268 NBM

1997 Suzuki Vitara

Silver Petrol 1590cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Jun 2027
Tests25 (22 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate88%

Mileage

65,522 mi
Last recorded65,522 miles
Recorded on22 May 2026
Typical for 1997 Suzuki Vitara80,904 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR268 NBM
MakeSuzuki
ModelVitara
Year1997
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,590cc

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MOT History

22 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 May 2026 65,522 miles
Pass 31 May 2025 63,592 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2024 61,311 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2023 61,252 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2022 61,227 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2021 61,081 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2020 60,996 miles

Corrosion on rear exhaust system

Pass 30 Jul 2019 60,806 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Corrosion on exhaust

Pass 2 Aug 2018 60,710 miles

brake master cylinder corroded

corrosion on exhaust box

Fail 2 Aug 2018 60,710 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

brake master cylinder corroded

corrosion on exhaust box

Pass 1 Aug 2017 60,672 miles

Rear Corrosion on exhaust box

Pass 29 Jul 2016 60,559 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2015 60,498 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2014 60,257 miles

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

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

Pass 10 Jul 2013 60,020 miles

Brake servo corroded but not excessively weakened (3.6.A.2b)

slight corrosion near o/s/f brake pipe union

Fail 10 Jul 2013 60,020 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Brake servo corroded but not excessively weakened (3.6.A.2b)

Power steering fluid level low, but not below minimum (2.3.1)

o/s hand brake cable retainer broken

slight corrosion near o/s/f brake pipe union

Pass 25 Jul 2012 59,611 miles

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

battery insecure

drivers seat belt clamp loose

Pass 19 Jul 2011 58,960 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2010 57,983 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2009 57,092 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2009 56,421 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2008 55,318 miles

Unable to check nearside rear seat belt, seat secured in the down possition

Unable to check offside rear seat belt, seat secured in the down possition

Pass 27 Mar 2007 53,299 miles
Fail 27 Mar 2007 53,299 miles

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

Pass 11 Apr 2006 51,516 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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R268 NBM is a 1997 Suzuki Vitara in Silver with a 1,590cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88%.

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 R268 NBM, 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 R268 NBM registered?

R268 NBM is a 1997 Suzuki Vitara, first registered on 4 August 1997.

Is R268 NBM safe to buy?

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