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R399 CHB

1997 Suzuki Vitara

Blue Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jun 2013
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

119,420 mi
Last recorded119,420 miles
Recorded on28 Jun 2012
Typical for 1997 Suzuki Vitara80,904 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR399 CHB
MakeSuzuki
ModelVitara
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Jun 2012 119,420 miles

corrosion to chassis

corrosion to inner sills

exhaust tail pipe corroded

oil leak

Fail 28 Jun 2012 119,413 miles

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

corrosion to chassis

corrosion to inner sills

exhaust tail pipe corroded

oil leak

Pass 18 Jun 2011 111,162 miles

Fuel pipe/s corroded

both rear inner wheel arches starting to corror

near side rear inner sill starting ro corror

Pass 29 May 2010 103,463 miles

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Oil leak

both inner sills ex repaired

Pass 25 Jun 2009 96,549 miles

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Oil leak

Fail 20 Jun 2009 96,539 miles

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is severely distorted (5.2.6)

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Oil leak

Pass 24 Jun 2008 88,020 miles

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

both rear inner sills starting to corror

Pass 29 May 2007 81,828 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2006 76,940 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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R399 CHB is a 1997 Suzuki Vitara in Blue with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 1997 Suzuki Vitara models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.3% with a typical mileage of 80,904 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 R399 CHB, 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 29 years old, this Suzuki Vitara is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R399 CHB registered?

R399 CHB is a 1997 Suzuki Vitara, first registered on 1 August 1997.

Is R399 CHB safe to buy?

The MOT history for R399 CHB shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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