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R483 XOB

1998 Suzuki Vitara

Green Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Sep 2016
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

174,912 mi
Last recorded174,912 miles
Recorded on16 Sep 2015
Typical for 1998 Suzuki Vitara73,104 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR483 XOB
MakeSuzuki
ModelVitara
Year1998
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Sep 2015 174,912 miles

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

slight binding on both front brakes

Pass 15 Apr 2014 170,207 miles

all brake pipes greased over

bumper crossmember corroded

n/s/f tyre worn on inner edge

outer sills not visible

Pass 11 Oct 2012 164,382 miles

all brake pipes and supension compoents freshly greesed

Pass 13 Apr 2011 158,882 miles

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

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

outer sills not visible

rear archs getting weak

Pass 30 Sep 2009 153,301 miles

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

all fuel and brake pipes greased over

front and rear number plates getting delaminated

Pass 25 Apr 2008 148,725 miles

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

Fail 23 Apr 2008 148,709 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

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

Pass 17 Oct 2006 143,089 miles
Fail 16 Oct 2006 143,083 miles

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

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

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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R483 XOB is a 1998 Suzuki Vitara in Green with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 R483 XOB, 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 R483 XOB registered?

R483 XOB is a 1998 Suzuki Vitara, first registered on 31 December 1998.

Is R483 XOB safe to buy?

The MOT history for R483 XOB shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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