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R465 GWC

1998 Suzuki Vitara

Red Petrol 1590cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Jun 2027
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

43,335 mi
Last recorded43,335 miles
Recorded on5 Jun 2026
Typical for 1998 Suzuki Vitara73,104 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR465 GWC
MakeSuzuki
ModelVitara
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,590cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Jun 2026 43,335 miles
Pass 21 May 2025 41,502 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2024 40,765 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2023 34,749 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 12 Oct 2018 29,068 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2017 25,844 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2016 24,055 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2014 23,327 miles

Exhaust deteriorating

Pass 19 Jul 2013 23,318 miles

O/s/r shock absorber damp

exhaust deteriorating

Pass 22 Jun 2012 23,103 miles

Exhaust deteriorating

O/s/r shock absorber damp

Pass 6 Jul 2011 22,823 miles

Rear exhaust deteriorating

Rear shock absorber damp

Pass 30 Jun 2010 21,188 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2010 21,188 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 15 Jul 2009 20,335 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2008 19,581 miles
Fail 5 Jul 2007 18,760 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 5 Jul 2007 18,760 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2006 18,159 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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R465 GWC is a 1998 Suzuki Vitara in Red with a 1,590cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 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 R465 GWC, 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 R465 GWC registered?

R465 GWC is a 1998 Suzuki Vitara, first registered on 6 June 1998.

Is R465 GWC safe to buy?

The MOT history for R465 GWC shows 18 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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