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R468 HNJ

1997 Suzuki Vitara

Red Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Dec 2017
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

86,778 mi
Last recorded86,778 miles
Recorded on20 Dec 2016
Typical for 1997 Suzuki Vitara80,904 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR468 HNJ
MakeSuzuki
ModelVitara
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Dec 2016 86,778 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear to load valve (3.6.B.2c)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin approx 75% worn (3.5.1g)

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

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

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

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded load valve to flexi (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 21 Dec 2015 76,028 miles

accident damage to front

brake fluid low in resevoir

engine oil leak

front number plate damaged

front tyres wearing unevenly

rear outer sills heavily corroded behind side skirts

slight fluctuation on front and rear brakes

Pass 29 Dec 2014 68,035 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2013 67,973 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2012 67,847 miles

oil leak from engine

Pass 15 Jun 2011 67,558 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2010 67,268 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2009 66,984 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2008 66,571 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2008 66,571 miles

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

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

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

Pass 5 Jun 2007 66,069 miles

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

Pass 2 Oct 2006 64,925 miles

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

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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R468 HNJ is a 1997 Suzuki Vitara in Red with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 R468 HNJ, 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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What year was R468 HNJ registered?

R468 HNJ is a 1997 Suzuki Vitara, first registered on 22 December 1997.

Is R468 HNJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for R468 HNJ shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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