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R324 YAL

1998 Suzuki Vitara

Blue Petrol 1590cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Oct 2019
Tests22 (15 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate68.2%

Mileage

73,198 mi
Last recorded73,198 miles
Recorded on8 Oct 2018
Typical for 1998 Suzuki Vitara73,104 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR324 YAL
MakeSuzuki
ModelVitara
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,590cc

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MOT History

15 pass 7 fail
Pass 8 Oct 2018 73,198 miles

Nearside Front Outer Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Front Outer Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Outer Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Fail 2 Oct 2018 73,192 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Outer Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Front Outer Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Outer Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Pass 27 Sep 2017 65,809 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2016 60,154 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2015 51,681 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2015 47,712 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2014 40,651 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2013 32,952 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 14 Jun 2012 28,047 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Fail 11 Jun 2012 28,047 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Pass 22 Jun 2011 25,930 miles

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

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

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

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Nearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Nearside Rear Trailing arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

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

Offside Rear Trailing arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 10 Jun 2010 23,370 miles

advise fuel filler cap starting to perish

advise offside front bumper support beam corroded/holed

advise slight play in both rear torsion bars

Fail 10 Jun 2010 23,370 miles

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

advise fuel filler cap starting to perish

advise offside front bumper support beam corroded/holed

advise slight play in both rear torsion bars

Pass 17 Jun 2009 21,177 miles
Fail 17 Jun 2009 21,177 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 16 Jun 2008 19,586 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2008 19,586 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Fail 20 Jun 2007 18,704 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

advise only to off side front disc slightly weatherd

strong advise to condition of rear exhaust bracket

Pass 20 Jun 2007 18,704 miles

advise only to off side front disc slightly weatherd

strong advise to condition of rear exhaust bracket

Pass 26 Jun 2006 17,699 miles

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

Pass 22 Jun 2005 16,393 miles
Fail 22 Jun 2005 16,393 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

advise n/s/r shocker damp

advise o/s/f wiper split

avise movement to steering coloum joint

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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R324 YAL is a 1998 Suzuki Vitara in Blue with a 1,590cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.2%.

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 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 R324 YAL, 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 R324 YAL registered?

R324 YAL is a 1998 Suzuki Vitara, first registered on 30 June 1998.

Is R324 YAL safe to buy?

The MOT history for R324 YAL shows 22 tests with a 68.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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