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R357 EWT

1998 Suzuki Vitara

White Petrol 1590cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Aug 2009
Tests3 (3 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

98,725 mi
Last recorded98,725 miles
Recorded on25 Jul 2008
Typical for 1998 Suzuki Vitara73,104 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR357 EWT
MakeSuzuki
ModelVitara
Year1998
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,590cc

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MOT History

3 pass
Pass 25 Jul 2008 98,725 miles

both front drop links noisey

exhaust downpipe shield broken

front discs lipped

osf flexihose slightly perished

Pass 2 Aug 2007 92,682 miles

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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

headlight aim just within tolerance [high]

small stone chip just in zone a less than 10mm

surface rust along chassis area

Pass 23 Mar 2006 87,971 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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R357 EWT is a 1998 Suzuki Vitara in White with a 1,590cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 R357 EWT, 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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How do I check the history of R357 EWT?

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What year was R357 EWT registered?

R357 EWT is a 1998 Suzuki Vitara, first registered on 19 January 1998.

Is R357 EWT safe to buy?

The MOT history for R357 EWT shows 3 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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