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R416 YRP

1997 Suzuki Vitara

Blue Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Mar 2027
Tests29 (21 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate72.4%

Mileage

94,418 mi
Last recorded94,418 miles
Recorded on7 Mar 2026
Typical for 1997 Suzuki Vitara80,904 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR416 YRP
MakeSuzuki
ModelVitara
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

21 pass 8 fail
Pass 7 Mar 2026 94,418 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))

Cab or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security rear mounting x2 (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Front Cab or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security both front mountings (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security rear sill sections (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Fail 7 Mar 2026 94,415 miles

Emissions unable to be completed (8.2.1.2 (d))

Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak flexi (8.2.1.1 (b))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))

Cab or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security rear mounting x2 (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Front Cab or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security both front mountings (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security rear sill sections (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Pass 8 Mar 2025 93,838 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Oil leak, but not excessive front diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing x2 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

under body showing sighs of corrosion both sill sections

Pass 7 Mar 2024 93,055 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))

Front Oil leak, but not excessive diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

underbody showing signs of corrosion to both sills

Pass 9 Mar 2023 92,047 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Offside Front Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Pass 4 Mar 2022 90,901 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2021 90,101 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2020 89,492 miles
Fail 5 Mar 2020 89,491 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 6 Mar 2019 88,610 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2018 86,467 miles

Rear both tyres splitting

Pass 20 Feb 2017 83,519 miles

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

Fail 17 Feb 2017 83,489 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

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

Pass 16 Feb 2016 79,901 miles

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

Fail 16 Feb 2016 79,901 miles

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

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Fail 17 Feb 2015 78,391 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 17 Feb 2015 78,391 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2014 76,388 miles

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

Fail 11 Feb 2014 76,388 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

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

Pass 16 Feb 2013 69,674 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2012 64,329 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2011 61,662 miles
Fail 18 Feb 2011 61,648 miles

Centre Rear Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)

Pass 12 Feb 2010 56,899 miles
Fail 5 Feb 2010 56,880 miles

Brake valve leaking (3.6.A.1)

Pass 7 Feb 2009 54,124 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2008 52,256 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2007 49,650 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2006 47,646 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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R416 YRP is a 1997 Suzuki Vitara in Blue with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 29 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.4%.

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 R416 YRP, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R416 YRP registered?

R416 YRP is a 1997 Suzuki Vitara, first registered on 27 August 1997.

Is R416 YRP safe to buy?

The MOT history for R416 YRP shows 29 tests with a 72.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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