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R373 LAP

1998 Suzuki Vitara

Blue Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 May 2015
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

49,944 mi
Last recorded49,944 miles
Recorded on13 May 2014
Typical for 1998 Suzuki Vitara73,104 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR373 LAP
MakeSuzuki
ModelVitara
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 13 May 2014 49,944 miles

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

Pass 1 Jun 2013 39,883 miles

Both rear archs corroded, o/s n/s outer sill corroded,front pads close to limit, front discs worn.

Fail 1 Jun 2013 39,883 miles

Both rear archs corroded, o/s n/s outer sill corroded,front pads close to limit, front discs worn.

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 20 Jun 2012 30,305 miles
Pass 26 May 2011 22,729 miles

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

offside rear tyre has slight cracking on inner edge/side wall

Pass 8 Jun 2010 21,097 miles

Nail in nearside front tyre

Spare tyre defective

all tyres poor condition [perished]

fan belts x2 poor condition

Fail 2 Jun 2010 20,887 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Offside Front Lower Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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

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

Nail in nearside front tyre

Spare tyre defective

all tyres poor condition [perished]

fan belts x2 poor condition

Pass 19 Jun 2009 9,608 miles

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

Pass 29 Aug 2008 8,233 miles
Fail 20 Aug 2007 4,275 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely by positive means (7.2.4b)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 20 Aug 2007 4,275 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2006 107,707 miles
Fail 12 Aug 2006 107,707 miles

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition off (1.4.B.1f)

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition on (1.4.B.1f)

Offside Headlamp aim headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4b)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 15 Aug 2005 92,388 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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R373 LAP is a 1998 Suzuki Vitara in Blue with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 R373 LAP, 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 R373 LAP registered?

R373 LAP is a 1998 Suzuki Vitara, first registered on 24 June 1998.

Is R373 LAP safe to buy?

The MOT history for R373 LAP shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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