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R543 KDS

1998 Suzuki Vz

Red Petrol 800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jul 2026
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

13,829 mi
Last recorded13,829 miles
Recorded on28 Jul 2025
4 checks still locked for this Suzuki
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR543 KDS
MakeSuzuki
ModelVz
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine800cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Jul 2025 13,829 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 25 Oct 2023 13,827 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2022 13,726 miles
Fail 8 Oct 2022 13,724 miles

Front Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 9 Oct 2021 13,668 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

How Reliable is the Suzuki Vz?

Based on 977 MOT tests across 134 vehicles.

90.2%
Pass Rate
824
Miles/Year
13
Year Lifespan
134
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height 2
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 2
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R543 KDS is a 1998 Suzuki Vz in Red with a 800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

The most common reason a Suzuki Vz fails its MOT is registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height, accounting for 2 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R543 KDS, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki Vz typically stays on UK roads for around 13 years. At 28 years old, this Suzuki Vz is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R543 KDS registered?

R543 KDS is a 1998 Suzuki Vz, first registered on 5 August 1998.

Is R543 KDS safe to buy?

The MOT history for R543 KDS shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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