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R542 EBA

1998 Suzuki Vitara

Blue Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Oct 2020
Tests21 (14 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

70,190 mi
Last recorded70,190 miles
Recorded on3 Apr 2019
Typical for 1998 Suzuki Vitara73,104 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR542 EBA
MakeSuzuki
ModelVitara
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

14 pass 7 fail
Pass 3 Apr 2019 70,190 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 21 Mar 2019 70,076 miles

Nearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced Outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced Inner sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.1 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.1 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid level below minimum level (1.1.10 (d) (i))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 3 Apr 2018 66,727 miles

Nearside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Offside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

cover sills fitted to nearside and offside

Fail 22 Mar 2018 66,623 miles

Offside Inner Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded sill (5.2.6)

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

Nearside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Offside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

cover sills fitted to nearside and offside

Pass 29 Mar 2017 63,985 miles

Fuel tank strap slightly corroded but tank still secure.

Pass 4 Apr 2016 61,408 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 21 Mar 2016 61,292 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Inner Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded sill (5.2.6)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 30 Mar 2015 55,605 miles

Exhaust system poorly supported.

Pass 3 Apr 2014 52,196 miles
Fail 1 Apr 2014 52,196 miles

Nearside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Brake hose bulging under pressure (3.6.B.3)

Offside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Pass 21 Feb 2013 46,709 miles

BOTH REAR INNER SILLS CORRODED

Pass 29 Feb 2012 40,345 miles

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

Fail 24 Feb 2012 40,308 miles

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

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

Pass 25 Feb 2011 34,296 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2010 31,102 miles
Fail 30 Mar 2010 31,102 miles

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Pass 30 Mar 2009 29,879 miles
Fail 30 Mar 2009 29,879 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 28 Mar 2008 28,007 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2007 25,755 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2006 23,466 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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R542 EBA is a 1998 Suzuki Vitara in Blue with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 R542 EBA, 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 R542 EBA registered?

R542 EBA is a 1998 Suzuki Vitara, first registered on 31 March 1998.

Is R542 EBA safe to buy?

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