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R491 GNH

1998 Suzuki Vitara

Blue Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 May 2014
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

73,278 mi
Last recorded73,278 miles
Recorded on22 May 2013
Typical for 1998 Suzuki Vitara73,104 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR491 GNH
MakeSuzuki
ModelVitara
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 22 May 2013 73,278 miles

ALL METAL BRAKE PIPES STARTING TO CORRODED

BOTH REAR TYRES WORN ON INSIDE EDGES

EXHAUST SYSTEM CORRODED

O/S INNER SILL HOLED+CORRODED

SLIGHT PLAY TO ALL STEERING BALL JOINTS

Pass 18 May 2012 67,924 miles
Pass 16 May 2011 66,013 miles

REAR BRAKE PIPES STARTING TO CORRODE

Pass 17 May 2010 64,401 miles

VEHICLE PRESENTED WITH REAR SEATS REMOVED, THUS REAR SEATBELTS NOT TESTED

Pass 21 May 2009 62,106 miles
Pass 22 May 2008 60,431 miles
Pass 18 May 2007 57,921 miles
Pass 23 May 2006 55,320 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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R491 GNH is a 1998 Suzuki Vitara in Blue with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 R491 GNH, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of R491 GNH?

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What year was R491 GNH registered?

R491 GNH is a 1998 Suzuki Vitara, first registered on 24 February 1998.

Is R491 GNH safe to buy?

The MOT history for R491 GNH shows 8 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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