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R274 NFR

1998 Suzuki Vitara

Blue Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jan 2022
Tests23 (15 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate65.2%

Mileage

130,499 mi
Last recorded130,499 miles
Recorded on12 Jan 2021
Typical for 1998 Suzuki Vitara73,104 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR274 NFR
MakeSuzuki
ModelVitara
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

15 pass 8 fail
Pass 12 Jan 2021 130,499 miles

showing signs of corrosion throughout the vehicle structure

Pass 31 Dec 2019 126,457 miles

showing signs of corrosion throughout the vehicle structure

Pass 31 Dec 2018 122,478 miles

showing signs of corrosion throughout the vehicle structure

Pass 22 Dec 2017 118,187 miles

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

showing signs of corrosion throughout the vehicle structure

Pass 5 Jan 2017 112,296 miles

showing signs of corrosion throughout the vehicle structure

Fail 24 Nov 2016 112,264 miles

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

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

Pass 12 Dec 2015 108,043 miles

Centre exhaust box has slight blow

Nearside Front brake sticking slightly

Fail 12 Dec 2015 108,043 miles

Centre exhaust box has slight blow

Nearside Front brake sticking slightly

Offside Body has a sharp edge caused by damage mirror (6.1.C.1)

Pass 18 Dec 2014 102,971 miles

showing signs of corrosion throughout the vehicle structure

Fail 19 Aug 2014 102,956 miles

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

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

Fail 14 Aug 2013 106,670 miles

Offside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

o/s front tyre worn on inside edge

showing signs of corrosion throughout the vehicle structure

Pass 14 Aug 2013 106,670 miles

o/s front tyre worn on inside edge

showing signs of corrosion throughout the vehicle structure

Pass 24 Aug 2012 100,446 miles
Fail 20 Aug 2012 100,444 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 23 Sep 2010 92,587 miles
Fail 23 Sep 2010 92,587 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 17 Sep 2009 86,623 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2008 79,637 miles
Fail 8 Oct 2008 79,637 miles

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

Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

rear brakes imbalance of 20%

Pass 1 Oct 2007 72,275 miles
Fail 1 Oct 2007 72,275 miles

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

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

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

Pass 10 Oct 2006 65,772 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2005 57,900 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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R274 NFR is a 1998 Suzuki Vitara in Blue with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 65.2%.

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 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 R274 NFR, 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 R274 NFR registered?

R274 NFR is a 1998 Suzuki Vitara, first registered on 30 March 1998.

Is R274 NFR safe to buy?

The MOT history for R274 NFR shows 23 tests with a 65.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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