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R370 RJM

1998 Suzuki Vitara

Black Petrol 1590cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Feb 2018
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

119,416 mi
Last recorded119,416 miles
Recorded on16 Jan 2017
Typical for 1998 Suzuki Vitara73,104 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR370 RJM
MakeSuzuki
ModelVitara
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,590cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 16 Jan 2017 119,416 miles

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

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

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

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

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

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

Fail 6 Jan 2017 119,416 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded sill (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded sill (2.4.A.3)

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

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

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

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

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

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

Pass 20 Jan 2016 116,596 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2015 111,639 miles

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Oil leak

n/s rear fog lamp damaged

outer sill covers fitted

underbody corrosion

Fail 15 Jan 2015 111,639 miles

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

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Oil leak

n/s rear fog lamp damaged

outer sill covers fitted

underbody corrosion

Pass 3 Feb 2014 109,837 miles
Fail 12 Dec 2013 105,853 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Emissions not tested (7.0)

Nearside Rear Brake cable has wires broken and is significantly weakened (3.5.1b)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Nearside Rear Rear reflector slightly damaged but function not impaired (1.5.1c)

side skirts fitted

Pass 1 Dec 2012 107,775 miles

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

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Nearside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Oil leak

battery insecure

nearside rear hand brake cable deteriorated

Fail 26 Nov 2012 107,556 miles

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Front registration plate obscured (6.3.1d)

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)

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

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Nearside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Oil leak

battery insecure

nearside rear hand brake cable deteriorated

Pass 3 Dec 2011 105,205 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 18 Dec 2010 99,920 miles

n/s/r brake slightly binding on

Pass 5 Dec 2009 94,146 miles

n/s/r brake slightly binding on

Pass 2 Dec 2008 88,897 miles

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

Nearside Rear Trailing arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Rear Trailing arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 13 Dec 2007 79,744 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2006 69,320 miles
Fail 15 Dec 2006 69,320 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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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R370 RJM is a 1998 Suzuki Vitara in Black with a 1,590cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 R370 RJM, 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 R370 RJM registered?

R370 RJM is a 1998 Suzuki Vitara, first registered on 4 June 1998.

Is R370 RJM safe to buy?

The MOT history for R370 RJM shows 16 tests with a 68.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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