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R542 SBL

1998 Suzuki Vitara

Blue Petrol 1590cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Jan 2018
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

82,037 mi
Last recorded82,037 miles
Recorded on31 Jan 2017
Typical for 1998 Suzuki Vitara73,104 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR542 SBL
MakeSuzuki
ModelVitara
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,590cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 31 Jan 2017 82,037 miles

Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules both (3.6.B.4e)

Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both (2.4.G.1)

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing both (2.7.2a)

temporary fuel cap fitted

Fail 31 Jan 2017 82,037 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device sealing washer deteriorated (7.2.4c)

Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules both (3.6.B.4e)

Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both (2.4.G.1)

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing both (2.7.2a)

Trailer electrical socket insecure (1.9.3a)

temporary fuel cap fitted

Pass 21 Jan 2016 80,232 miles

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

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear brake pipe (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 12 Jan 2015 78,562 miles

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

Rear fog lamp insecure (1.3.2a)

rear brake pipe on compensator slightly corroded

slight corrosion on offside front brake pipe

Pass 12 Jan 2015 78,562 miles

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

rear brake pipe on compensator slightly corroded

slight corrosion on offside front brake pipe

Pass 21 Jan 2014 77,086 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2013 75,273 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2012 73,767 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2010 70,864 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2009 69,167 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2008 67,427 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2007 65,826 miles
Fail 9 Aug 2007 65,826 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 15 Aug 2006 63,672 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 SBL is a 1998 Suzuki Vitara in Blue with a 1,590cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 R542 SBL, 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 SBL registered?

R542 SBL is a 1998 Suzuki Vitara, first registered on 7 March 1998.

Is R542 SBL safe to buy?

The MOT history for R542 SBL shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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