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R303 RMO

1998 Suzuki Grand Vitara

Red Petrol 2493cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Aug 2020
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

190,763 mi
Last recorded190,763 miles
Recorded on14 Aug 2019
Typical for 1998 Suzuki Grand Vitara91,635 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR303 RMO
MakeSuzuki
ModelGrand Vitara
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,493cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 14 Aug 2019 190,763 miles
Fail 7 Aug 2019 190,763 miles

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced chassis holed (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Floor excessively deteriorated floor holed (6.2.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced chassis holed (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Aug 2018 181,186 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2017 175,309 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2016 168,149 miles

Offside Front Tie bar/rod corroded but not seriously weakened chassis (2.4.G.1)

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

Pass 5 Aug 2015 161,825 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2014 67,024 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2013 147,172 miles
Fail 1 Aug 2013 147,172 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Oil leak

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Pass 2 Aug 2012 138,453 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2011 131,143 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2010 123,887 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2009 116,890 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2008 107,890 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2007 100,306 miles
Fail 31 Jul 2007 100,302 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 27 Jul 2006 91,290 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2006 91,290 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

How Reliable is the Suzuki Grand Vitara?

Based on 1,025,634 MOT tests across 67,699 vehicles.

76.2%
Pass Rate
5,400
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
67,699
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 23,442
Brake pipe excessively corroded 22,487
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 17,776
position lamp(s) not working 14,500
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 11,293
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R303 RMO is a 1998 Suzuki Grand Vitara in Red with a 2,493cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 1998 Suzuki Grand Vitara models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.8% with a typical mileage of 91,635 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Suzuki Grand Vitara fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 23,442 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R303 RMO, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki Grand Vitara typically stays on UK roads for around 28 years. At 28 years old, this Suzuki Grand Vitara is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R303 RMO registered?

R303 RMO is a 1998 Suzuki Grand Vitara, first registered on 31 December 1998.

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The MOT history for R303 RMO shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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