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R477 TGC

1998 Suzuki Vitara

Black Petrol 1590cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 May 2014
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

43,885 mi
Last recorded43,885 miles
Recorded on18 May 2013
Typical for 1998 Suzuki Vitara73,104 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR477 TGC
MakeSuzuki
ModelVitara
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,590cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 May 2013 43,885 miles

Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Heavy corrosion front suspension arms

Pass 2 May 2012 40,193 miles
Fail 2 May 2012 40,193 miles

Offside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 13 Jun 2011 38,354 miles

Oil leak

brake fluid low

brake pipes under bonnit slightly corroded

coil springs slightly corroded

front and rear brake pipe ferrals slightly corroded

front to rear brake pipes slightly corroded

rear boot zip damaged

rear exhaust rubber broken but still surports system

Pass 27 Jul 2010 37,868 miles

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

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Oil leak

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

exhaust system slightly corroded

front brake discs slightly pitted

nearside front washer jet blocked

slight corrosion underside the vehicle in places

Pass 14 Jul 2009 36,429 miles
Fail 7 Jul 2009 36,424 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

O/S/R N/S/F & O/S/R tyres perished

Pass 20 Aug 2008 34,921 miles

all 4 tyre sidewalls perished

Pass 11 Aug 2007 33,388 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2006 31,661 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2005 29,796 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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R477 TGC is a 1998 Suzuki Vitara in Black with a 1,590cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 R477 TGC, 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 R477 TGC registered?

R477 TGC is a 1998 Suzuki Vitara, first registered on 27 May 1998.

Is R477 TGC safe to buy?

The MOT history for R477 TGC shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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