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R397 VSB

1998 Suzuki Vitara

Purple Petrol 1590cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Apr 2015
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

53,835 mi
Last recorded53,835 miles
Recorded on3 Apr 2014
Typical for 1998 Suzuki Vitara73,104 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR397 VSB
MakeSuzuki
ModelVitara
Year1998
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,590cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Apr 2014 53,835 miles

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

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

cracks in front tyres.

cracks in rear tyres.

rear exhaust silencer outer layer deteriorated.

Pass 27 Mar 2013 50,025 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2012 46,337 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2011 42,451 miles
Fail 24 Mar 2011 42,451 miles

Driver's door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Pass 14 Oct 2009 34,918 miles

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

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

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

Pass 16 Oct 2008 30,307 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2007 25,454 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2006 20,065 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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R397 VSB is a 1998 Suzuki Vitara in Purple with a 1,590cc 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 R397 VSB, 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 R397 VSB registered?

R397 VSB is a 1998 Suzuki Vitara, first registered on 29 June 1998.

Is R397 VSB safe to buy?

The MOT history for R397 VSB 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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