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R532 MRN

1998 Suzuki Vitara

Green Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Aug 2017
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

106,836 mi
Last recorded106,836 miles
Recorded on21 Jul 2016
Typical for 1998 Suzuki Vitara73,104 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR532 MRN
MakeSuzuki
ModelVitara
Year1998
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Jul 2016 106,836 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Front Flexi (7.1.2)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded cross axle (3.6.B.2c)

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded cross axle (3.6.B.2c)

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

Fail 21 Jul 2016 106,836 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Front Flexi (7.1.2)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded cross axle (3.6.B.2c)

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded cross axle (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

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

Pass 6 Aug 2015 102,159 miles
Fail 6 Aug 2015 102,159 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 5 Aug 2014 98,722 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2013 93,825 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2012 91,372 miles

Nearside Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 2 Jul 2011 86,166 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2010 66,689 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2009 60,319 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2008 54,973 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2007 50,184 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2006 45,378 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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R532 MRN is a 1998 Suzuki Vitara in Green with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 R532 MRN, 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 R532 MRN registered?

R532 MRN is a 1998 Suzuki Vitara, first registered on 17 March 1998.

Is R532 MRN safe to buy?

The MOT history for R532 MRN shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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