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R389 GNV

1998 Suzuki Vitara

Blue Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Aug 2015
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

103,009 mi
Last recorded103,009 miles
Recorded on28 Jul 2014
Typical for 1998 Suzuki Vitara73,104 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR389 GNV
MakeSuzuki
ModelVitara
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Jul 2014 103,009 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2013 93,980 miles

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

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

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

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 17 Aug 2012 90,008 miles

both front and n/s/r tyres perishing

front brake discs corroding

Fail 29 Jun 2012 90,003 miles

Emissions not tested (7.0)

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)

Offside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.8)

Offside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

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

front and front to rear brake pipes slight pitting and corrosion.

o/s/f tyre side wall splitting and perished. ok at time of test.

rear n/s tyre splitting and perished. no cords or structure visable at time of test.

Pass 12 Mar 2010 89,253 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2009 84,352 miles

Oil leak

Pass 14 Mar 2008 79,722 miles

Oil leak

damage to offside rear bumper

Pass 12 Mar 2007 73,660 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2006 67,596 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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R389 GNV is a 1998 Suzuki Vitara in Blue with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 R389 GNV, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R389 GNV registered?

R389 GNV is a 1998 Suzuki Vitara, first registered on 31 March 1998.

Is R389 GNV safe to buy?

The MOT history for R389 GNV shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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