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R494 VUT

1998 Suzuki Vitara

Black Petrol 1590cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Feb 2019
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

98,237 mi
Last recorded98,237 miles
Recorded on2 Feb 2018
Typical for 1998 Suzuki Vitara73,104 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR494 VUT
MakeSuzuki
ModelVitara
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,590cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Feb 2018 98,237 miles

repairs to rear sills

Pass 1 Jul 2014 97,367 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2013 96,583 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 20 Aug 2013 96,572 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Emissions not tested (7.0)

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Offside Front Steering retaining device missing (2.2.C.1g)

Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

centre exhaust hanger adrift but system still supported

Pass 21 Jun 2012 93,165 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2011 90,193 miles
Pass 28 May 2010 80,280 miles
Pass 22 May 2009 77,048 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2008 74,952 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Fail 2 Jun 2008 74,952 miles

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

Nearside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 26 Jul 2007 72,650 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2007 72,645 miles

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

Centre Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 25 Jul 2006 67,972 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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R494 VUT is a 1998 Suzuki Vitara in Black with a 1,590cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 R494 VUT, 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

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What year was R494 VUT registered?

R494 VUT is a 1998 Suzuki Vitara, first registered on 31 December 1998.

Is R494 VUT safe to buy?

The MOT history for R494 VUT shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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