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R398 KCD

1998 Suzuki Vitara

Blue Petrol 1590cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 May 2024
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

80,592 mi
Last recorded80,592 miles
Recorded on25 May 2023
Typical for 1998 Suzuki Vitara73,104 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR398 KCD
MakeSuzuki
ModelVitara
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,590cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 May 2023 80,592 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2022 79,382 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2021 77,405 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on outer edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.4mm (5.2.3 (e))

Outer sills have plastic covers not able to check condition

Fail 14 Jan 2021 77,405 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner wheel arch under arch at front (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill back (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill back (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on outer edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.4mm (5.2.3 (e))

Outer sills have plastic covers not able to check condition

Pass 25 Jan 2020 74,560 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2019 71,249 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2018 66,810 miles

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

corrosion to nearside & offside chassis

Pass 14 Jan 2017 62,627 miles

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

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

Pass 29 Jan 2016 59,271 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2015 54,195 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2014 48,259 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2013 41,243 miles
Fail 26 Jan 2013 41,243 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Pass 3 Feb 2012 35,070 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2011 31,730 miles
Fail 28 Jan 2011 31,730 miles

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Oil leak

Pass 2 Feb 2010 26,990 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2009 24,812 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2008 22,284 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2007 21,513 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2006 19,188 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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R398 KCD is a 1998 Suzuki Vitara in Blue with a 1,590cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 R398 KCD, 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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R398 KCD is a 1998 Suzuki Vitara, first registered on 1 May 1998.

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