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R428 MFP

1998 Suzuki Vitara

Blue Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 May 2014
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

101,999 mi
Last recorded101,999 miles
Recorded on21 May 2013
Typical for 1998 Suzuki Vitara73,104 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR428 MFP
MakeSuzuki
ModelVitara
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 May 2013 101,999 miles
Pass 25 May 2012 95,065 miles
Pass 27 May 2011 88,547 miles
Pass 19 May 2010 81,948 miles

Front Sub-frame worn but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.2)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 23 May 2009 75,442 miles

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

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

Pass 24 May 2008 67,548 miles
Pass 25 May 2007 59,480 miles
Fail 24 May 2007 59,450 miles

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

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

Pass 29 Apr 2006 50,527 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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R428 MFP is a 1998 Suzuki Vitara in Blue with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 R428 MFP, 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 R428 MFP registered?

R428 MFP is a 1998 Suzuki Vitara, first registered on 25 March 1998.

Is R428 MFP safe to buy?

The MOT history for R428 MFP shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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