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R46 OFL

1998 Suzuki Vitara

Blue Petrol 1590cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Apr 2017
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

132,107 mi
Last recorded132,107 miles
Recorded on28 Apr 2016
Typical for 1998 Suzuki Vitara73,104 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR46 OFL
MakeSuzuki
ModelVitara
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,590cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Apr 2016 132,107 miles

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

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

Nearside Axle swivel joint has slight movement between a swivel joint and its housing (2.5.A.1b)

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

Offside Axle swivel joint has slight movement between a swivel joint and its housing (2.5.A.1b)

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 16 Nov 2012 131,904 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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

corrosion starting in nearside rear chassis mounting point area

slight play in both front antiroll bar mounting bushes

slight play in nearside front antiroll bar link ball joint

unable to fully check condition of both outer sills as there are covers fitted over them

Fail 14 Nov 2012 131,904 miles

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

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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

corrosion starting in nearside rear chassis mounting point area

slight play in both front antiroll bar mounting bushes

slight play in nearside front antiroll bar link ball joint

unable to fully check condition of both outer sills as there are covers fitted over them

Pass 14 Oct 2011 125,409 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2010 121,053 miles
Fail 15 Oct 2010 120,925 miles

Torque/reaction arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 13 Nov 2009 116,295 miles
Fail 7 Nov 2009 116,242 miles

Nearside Inner Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Offside Inner Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

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)

Pass 7 Nov 2008 110,381 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2007 100,964 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2006 89,332 miles

uneven wear on rear nearside tyre

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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R46 OFL is a 1998 Suzuki Vitara in Blue with a 1,590cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 R46 OFL, 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 R46 OFL registered?

R46 OFL is a 1998 Suzuki Vitara, first registered on 30 April 1998.

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