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R429 CHB

1997 Suzuki Vitara

Red Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Jul 2014
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

98,873 mi
Last recorded98,873 miles
Recorded on1 Aug 2013
Typical for 1997 Suzuki Vitara80,904 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR429 CHB
MakeSuzuki
ModelVitara
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 1 Aug 2013 98,873 miles
Fail 24 Jul 2013 98,873 miles

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (3.6.G.2)

Nearside Front Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Intermediate drop arm deformed but serviceable (2.2.C.1d)

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

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

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

Pass 26 Jul 2012 88,642 miles

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

FRONT CROSS MEMBER CORRODED

O/S/F BUMPSTOP MISSING

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

Fail 26 Jul 2012 88,642 miles

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

FRONT CROSS MEMBER CORRODED

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

O/S/F BUMPSTOP MISSING

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 30 Jun 2011 79,134 miles

bushes on rear axle worn and has movement when brake is applied

Fail 28 Jun 2011 79,132 miles

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

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

bushes on rear axle worn and has movement when brake is applied

Pass 27 Jul 2010 73,534 miles
Fail 27 Jul 2010 73,534 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

Offside Front position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 7 Jul 2009 68,304 miles

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

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

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

rear suspension components rusted

sill covers fitted to both outer sills

Pass 27 Jun 2008 64,068 miles

front crossmember corroded

sill covers fitted unable to inspect outer sills

Pass 18 Jul 2007 58,691 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2006 55,008 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2005 52,052 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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R429 CHB is a 1997 Suzuki Vitara in Red with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 R429 CHB, 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.

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R429 CHB is a 1997 Suzuki Vitara, first registered on 1 August 1997.

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