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R423 UKX

1998 Suzuki Vitara

Red Petrol 1590cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jul 2019
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

95,821 mi
Last recorded95,821 miles
Recorded on28 Jul 2018
Typical for 1998 Suzuki Vitara73,104 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR423 UKX
MakeSuzuki
ModelVitara
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,590cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Jul 2018 95,821 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2017 94,711 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

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

both front inner arches rusty

Fail 19 Apr 2017 94,708 miles

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

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

both front inner arches rusty

Pass 14 Apr 2016 93,325 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2015 91,250 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2014 89,747 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2013 87,899 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2012 86,017 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2011 83,913 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2010 82,196 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2009 77,839 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2008 72,960 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2007 66,206 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2006 60,655 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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R423 UKX is a 1998 Suzuki Vitara in Red with a 1,590cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 R423 UKX, 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 R423 UKX registered?

R423 UKX is a 1998 Suzuki Vitara, first registered on 27 January 1998.

Is R423 UKX safe to buy?

The MOT history for R423 UKX shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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