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R270 WTW

1997 Suzuki Vitara

Black Petrol 1590cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Apr 2018
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

140,661 mi
Last recorded140,661 miles
Recorded on8 Apr 2017
Typical for 1997 Suzuki Vitara80,904 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR270 WTW
MakeSuzuki
ModelVitara
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,590cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Apr 2017 140,661 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 8 Apr 2016 136,234 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2015 132,642 miles

Nearside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Fail 26 Mar 2015 132,642 miles

Nearside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

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

Offside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 3 Apr 2014 127,252 miles

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

Offside Front Driver's door hinge deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.B.2)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Oil leak

Pass 6 May 2013 123,402 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 26 Jul 2012 121,324 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 5 Mar 2012 119,215 miles

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

Pass 18 Mar 2011 114,480 miles

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

windscreen crack in zone "C"

Pass 23 Dec 2009 109,529 miles

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

Pass 23 Dec 2008 102,845 miles

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

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 3 Aug 2007 90,599 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision worn smooth (3.3.A.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 3 Aug 2007 90,599 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 28 Jul 2006 83,410 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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R270 WTW is a 1997 Suzuki Vitara in Black with a 1,590cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 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 R270 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 R270 WTW registered?

R270 WTW is a 1997 Suzuki Vitara, first registered on 23 August 1997.

Is R270 WTW safe to buy?

The MOT history for R270 WTW shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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