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R283 ULC

1998 Suzuki Vitara

Silver Petrol 1590cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Feb 2010
Tests6 (3 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

52,076 mi
Last recorded52,076 miles
Recorded on3 Feb 2009
Typical for 1998 Suzuki Vitara73,104 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR283 ULC
MakeSuzuki
ModelVitara
Year1998
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,590cc

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MOT History

3 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Feb 2009 52,076 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2007 49,596 miles
Fail 16 Mar 2007 49,531 miles

Nearside Front brake disc excessively scored (3.5.1h)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

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

Fail 6 Dec 2006 49,527 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Rear Road wheel distorted (4.2.A.1a) DANGEROUS

Service brake is causing the steering wheel to severely pull one way (3.7.C.2) DANGEROUS

corrosion to rear brake pipe,at flexi-hose.

damage offside rear tyre.

front pads worn.

metal in nearside front tyre.

Pass 13 Jan 2006 42,212 miles
Fail 23 Nov 2005 41,254 miles

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1a)

Slight fluctuation to front brake readings

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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R283 ULC is a 1998 Suzuki Vitara in Silver with a 1,590cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 R283 ULC, 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 R283 ULC registered?

R283 ULC is a 1998 Suzuki Vitara, first registered on 31 March 1998.

Is R283 ULC safe to buy?

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