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R47 GVW

1998 Suzuki Vitara

Red Petrol 1590cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 May 2019
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

84,031 mi
Last recorded84,031 miles
Recorded on19 May 2018
Typical for 1998 Suzuki Vitara73,104 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR47 GVW
MakeSuzuki
ModelVitara
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,590cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 May 2018 84,031 miles

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 22 Feb 2017 83,878 miles

Exhaust system corroded.

Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

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

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

nearside rear Body has slight corrosion small holes caused by corrosion, not effecting body mounting strength seriously (6.1.B.2)

offside rear Body has slight corrosion small holes caused by corrosion, not effecting body mounting strength seriously) (6.1.B.2)

Pass 29 Feb 2016 83,797 miles

Exhaust system corroded.

Nearside Rear Body has slight corrosion small holes caused by corrosion, not effecting body mounting strength seriously (6.1.B.2)

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

Offside Rear Body has slight corrosion small holes caused by corrosion, not effecting body mounting strength seriously) (6.1.B.2)

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

Pass 10 Feb 2015 82,653 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

exhaust deteriorated

Pass 14 Feb 2014 82,465 miles

exhaust rear section corroded and has a slight blow

Pass 11 Feb 2013 82,109 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 23 Feb 2012 81,232 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2011 76,776 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

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

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

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

Fail 12 Apr 2011 76,658 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

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

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

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

Pass 25 Mar 2010 70,470 miles

Centre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 14 Apr 2009 64,443 miles
Fail 14 Apr 2009 64,443 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.8)

Pass 1 Apr 2008 57,069 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2007 49,705 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2006 38,497 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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R47 GVW is a 1998 Suzuki Vitara in Red with a 1,590cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 R47 GVW, 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 R47 GVW registered?

R47 GVW is a 1998 Suzuki Vitara, first registered on 23 June 1998.

Is R47 GVW safe to buy?

The MOT history for R47 GVW shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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