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R475 RRX

1997 Suzuki Vitara

Green Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jul 2015
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

2,476 mi
Last recorded2,476 miles
Recorded on4 Jul 2014
Typical for 1997 Suzuki Vitara80,904 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR475 RRX
MakeSuzuki
ModelVitara
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 Jul 2014 2,476 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2014 2,445 miles

Nearside Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 5 Jan 2012 99,442 miles

brake pedal spongey

corrosion o/s/f chassis rail

n/s/r outer sill corroded

oil leaks

windows tinted

Pass 15 Jan 2011 93,067 miles

chassis corroded in places

dampness around fuel filter area recommend replacement

nearsidee outer sill rusted through outside of prescribed area

Fail 15 Jan 2011 93,067 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

chassis corroded in places

dampness around fuel filter area recommend replacement

nearsidee outer sill rusted through outside of prescribed area

Pass 5 Aug 2009 83,541 miles

allrear windows tinted

Fail 5 Aug 2009 83,540 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching by more than 10mm within zone 'A' (8.3.1b)

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

allrear windows tinted

Pass 22 Aug 2008 79,863 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2007 77,189 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2006 67,244 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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R475 RRX is a 1997 Suzuki Vitara in Green with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 R475 RRX, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R475 RRX registered?

R475 RRX is a 1997 Suzuki Vitara, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is R475 RRX safe to buy?

The MOT history for R475 RRX shows 10 tests with a 70% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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