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R298 VFR

1998 Suzuki Vitara

Blue Petrol 1590cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Sep 2022
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

86,899 mi
Last recorded86,899 miles
Recorded on13 Sep 2021
Typical for 1998 Suzuki Vitara73,104 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR298 VFR
MakeSuzuki
ModelVitara
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,590cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Sep 2021 86,899 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2020 83,695 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 6 Sep 2019 82,106 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2018 77,999 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2017 77,670 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 15 Oct 2016 76,695 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2015 74,939 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2014 74,619 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Vehicle structure has slight damage (6.1.A.1)

both front coil springs corroded

both rear coil springs corroded

Fail 14 Oct 2014 74,619 miles

Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.6.2b)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Offside Front Vehicle structure has slight damage (6.1.A.1)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

both front coil springs corroded

both rear coil springs corroded

brake pedal rubber split

Pass 6 Aug 2013 72,455 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2012 66,583 miles
Fail 6 Aug 2012 66,583 miles

Nearside Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 3 Aug 2011 61,484 miles
Fail 2 Aug 2011 61,480 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid level below minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

battery insecure

diff leaking

front discs slightly worn and pads getting low (inner)

Pass 6 Aug 2010 53,937 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2009 50,594 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2008 49,946 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2007 48,754 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2006 47,199 miles

Battery insecure

Pass 30 Jul 2005 41,481 miles

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

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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R298 VFR is a 1998 Suzuki Vitara in Blue with a 1,590cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 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 R298 VFR, 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 R298 VFR registered?

R298 VFR is a 1998 Suzuki Vitara, first registered on 30 June 1998.

Is R298 VFR safe to buy?

The MOT history for R298 VFR shows 20 tests with a 85% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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