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R409 LGP

1998 Suzuki Vitara

Blue Petrol 1590cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jan 2021
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

90,156 mi
Last recorded90,156 miles
Recorded on11 Jul 2019
Typical for 1998 Suzuki Vitara73,104 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR409 LGP
MakeSuzuki
ModelVitara
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,590cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 11 Jul 2019 90,156 miles

Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test ()

Pass 18 Jul 2018 89,952 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2017 89,525 miles

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

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

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

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded to and from compensator (3.6.B.2c)

Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test ()

brake pedal rubber worn

Pass 19 Jul 2016 89,007 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2015 88,273 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2014 83,815 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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

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

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

Pass 27 Jul 2013 73,409 miles
Pass 31 May 2012 63,376 miles

front brake hoses perishing

nearside rear tyre side wall perishing

rear exhaust corroded and minor leak

Pass 16 May 2011 56,009 miles

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

Fail 16 May 2011 56,009 miles

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

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 26 May 2010 51,931 miles

both front wipers are started to split.

Pass 28 May 2009 48,712 miles
Fail 28 May 2009 48,712 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 23 May 2008 44,969 miles

Offside parking brake cable securing bracket broken.

Fail 23 May 2008 44,968 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside parking brake cable securing bracket broken.

Fail 4 Jun 2007 43,443 miles

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

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 4 Jun 2007 43,443 miles
Pass 22 May 2006 40,847 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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R409 LGP is a 1998 Suzuki Vitara in Blue with a 1,590cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 R409 LGP, 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 R409 LGP registered?

R409 LGP is a 1998 Suzuki Vitara, first registered on 29 May 1998.

Is R409 LGP safe to buy?

The MOT history for R409 LGP shows 18 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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