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R497 VBU

1997 Suzuki X90

Blue Petrol 1590cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Aug 2008
Tests4 (2 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

50,680 mi
Last recorded50,680 miles
Recorded on1 Sep 2007
Typical for 1997 Suzuki X9069,215 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR497 VBU
MakeSuzuki
ModelX90
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,590cc

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MOT History

2 pass 2 fail
Fail 1 Sep 2007 50,680 miles

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 1 Sep 2007 50,680 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2006 48,682 miles
Fail 6 Jul 2006 48,682 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Offside Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (1.2.1e)

How Reliable is the Suzuki X90?

Based on 13,161 MOT tests across 1,065 vehicles.

70.1%
Pass Rate
2,727
Miles/Year
30
Year Lifespan
1,065
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 928
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 481
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 425
position lamp(s) not working 342
Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings 319
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R497 VBU is a 1997 Suzuki X90 in Blue with a 1,590cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1997 Suzuki X90 models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.6% with a typical mileage of 69,215 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Suzuki X90 fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 928 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R497 VBU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki X90 typically stays on UK roads for around 30 years. At 29 years old, this Suzuki X90 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of R497 VBU?

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What year was R497 VBU registered?

R497 VBU is a 1997 Suzuki X90, first registered on 19 December 1997.

Is R497 VBU safe to buy?

The MOT history for R497 VBU shows 4 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does R497 VBU have outstanding finance?

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