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R543 EUA

1997 Suzuki Vitara

Blue Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Dec 2010
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

119,772 mi
Last recorded119,772 miles
Recorded on19 Dec 2009
Typical for 1997 Suzuki Vitara80,904 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR543 EUA
MakeSuzuki
ModelVitara
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Dec 2009 119,772 miles

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

Fail 17 Dec 2009 119,769 miles

Front registration plate letter/figure missing (6.3.1c)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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

Pass 11 Nov 2008 109,682 miles

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

Pass 24 Nov 2007 102,754 miles
Fail 17 Nov 2007 102,667 miles

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

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 18 Nov 2006 92,916 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2005 80,281 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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R543 EUA is a 1997 Suzuki Vitara in Blue with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 R543 EUA, 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 R543 EUA registered?

R543 EUA is a 1997 Suzuki Vitara, first registered on 25 September 1997.

Is R543 EUA safe to buy?

The MOT history for R543 EUA shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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