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R561 MEC

1998 Suzuki Vitara

Green Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 May 2018
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

16,109 mi
Last recorded16,109 miles
Recorded on19 May 2017
Typical for 1998 Suzuki Vitara73,104 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR561 MEC
MakeSuzuki
ModelVitara
Year1998
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 May 2017 16,109 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2016 157,754 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2015 152,073 miles

Oil leak

sill covers fitted not allowing full inspection

Pass 8 Feb 2014 142,297 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2013 133,476 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2012 125,057 miles
Fail 18 Feb 2012 125,057 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 5 Dec 2011 123,720 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2010 110,988 miles

covers on outer sills

Fail 15 Nov 2010 110,987 miles

Nearside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Front Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

covers on outer sills

Pass 30 Nov 2009 98,735 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2008 86,543 miles

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

Fail 13 Nov 2008 86,543 miles

Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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

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

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

Pass 20 Nov 2007 73,887 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2006 58,924 miles

advise rear shocker dust covers rotting away

Pass 25 Nov 2005 51,376 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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R561 MEC is a 1998 Suzuki Vitara in Green with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 R561 MEC, 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 R561 MEC registered?

R561 MEC is a 1998 Suzuki Vitara, first registered on 11 March 1998.

Is R561 MEC safe to buy?

The MOT history for R561 MEC shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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