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R542 PAO

1997 Suzuki Vitara

Green Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Mar 2011
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

135,522 mi
Last recorded135,522 miles
Recorded on19 Mar 2010
Typical for 1997 Suzuki Vitara80,904 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR542 PAO
MakeSuzuki
ModelVitara
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Mar 2010 135,522 miles

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

Pass 7 Mar 2009 131,469 miles

Nearside Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Fail 3 Mar 2009 131,457 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 28 Feb 2008 127,152 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2007 118,686 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2006 108,069 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 PAO is a 1997 Suzuki Vitara in Green with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 R542 PAO, 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 R542 PAO registered?

R542 PAO is a 1997 Suzuki Vitara, first registered on 30 September 1997.

Is R542 PAO safe to buy?

The MOT history for R542 PAO shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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