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R399 NEC

1998 Suzuki Vitara

Green Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Aug 2016
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

59,753 mi
Last recorded59,753 miles
Recorded on25 Aug 2015
Typical for 1998 Suzuki Vitara73,104 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR399 NEC
MakeSuzuki
ModelVitara
Year1998
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Aug 2015 59,753 miles

Exhaust System Slightly Corroded

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Pass 10 Nov 2014 54,601 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2013 50,897 miles

Exhaust system front to rear slightly corroded

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

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

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Pass 24 May 2012 48,865 miles

exhaust system deteriated

free play in steering

oil on engine

rear wiper blade worn

underside dirty

Fail 23 May 2012 48,851 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a) DANGEROUS

exhaust system deteriated

free play in steering

oil on engine

rear wiper blade worn

underside dirty

Pass 17 May 2011 46,803 miles
Pass 18 May 2010 44,957 miles
Pass 11 May 2009 43,097 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 15 May 2008 41,811 miles
Pass 16 May 2007 40,903 miles

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

Pass 19 May 2006 39,207 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 NEC is a 1998 Suzuki Vitara in Green with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 R399 NEC, 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 R399 NEC registered?

R399 NEC is a 1998 Suzuki Vitara, first registered on 27 May 1998.

Is R399 NEC safe to buy?

The MOT history for R399 NEC shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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