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R506 XPU

1997 Suzuki Vitara

Green Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Sep 2022
Tests26 (18 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

132,693 mi
Last recorded132,693 miles
Recorded on6 Sep 2021
Typical for 1997 Suzuki Vitara80,904 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR506 XPU
MakeSuzuki
ModelVitara
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

18 pass 8 fail
Pass 6 Sep 2021 132,693 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2020 132,654 miles

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Water leak?

Pass 19 Aug 2019 123,913 miles
Fail 19 Aug 2019 123,913 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 15 Aug 2018 113,861 miles
Fail 15 Aug 2018 113,859 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (8.2.2.2 (b))

Front Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))

Nearside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions inside out (5.2.3 (i))

Pass 8 Aug 2017 101,168 miles
Fail 8 Aug 2017 101,168 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 9 Aug 2016 88,705 miles
Fail 7 Aug 2015 86,734 miles

Offside Front Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Pass 7 Aug 2015 86,734 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2014 84,576 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2013 82,170 miles
Fail 7 Aug 2013 82,170 miles

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Fail 11 Aug 2012 80,175 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 11 Aug 2012 80,175 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2011 77,947 miles

Offside Front Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 10 Aug 2011 77,943 miles

Offside Front Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 10 Aug 2010 75,392 miles

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

Fail 10 Aug 2009 71,288 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 10 Aug 2009 71,288 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2008 67,640 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2007 63,841 miles

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

Pass 10 Aug 2006 59,372 miles
Fail 10 Aug 2006 59,372 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 5 Aug 2005 54,712 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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R506 XPU is a 1997 Suzuki Vitara in Green with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

Across all 1997 Suzuki Vitara models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.3% with a typical mileage of 80,904 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 R506 XPU, 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 29 years old, this Suzuki Vitara is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R506 XPU registered?

R506 XPU is a 1997 Suzuki Vitara, first registered on 8 August 1997.

Is R506 XPU safe to buy?

The MOT history for R506 XPU shows 26 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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