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R573 LBD

1998 Suzuki Vitara

White Petrol 1590cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jan 2016
Tests16 (9 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate56.3%

Mileage

85,671 mi
Last recorded85,671 miles
Recorded on17 Jan 2015
Typical for 1998 Suzuki Vitara73,104 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR573 LBD
MakeSuzuki
ModelVitara
Year1998
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,590cc

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MOT History

9 pass 7 fail
Pass 17 Jan 2015 85,671 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 23 Nov 2013 85,340 miles

'CHECK ENGINE' light illuminated

Front bumper securing mounts corroded and holed

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside rear handbrake securing bracket broken

Oil leak

Rear bumper securing mounts corroded and holed

Slight play in front offside lower steering joint

Fail 23 Nov 2013 85,340 miles

'CHECK ENGINE' light illuminated

Front bumper securing mounts corroded and holed

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside rear handbrake securing bracket broken

Oil leak

Rear bumper securing mounts corroded and holed

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Slight play in front offside lower steering joint

Pass 15 Nov 2012 82,080 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

engine check light on

Fail 15 Nov 2012 82,080 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

engine check light on

Pass 21 Dec 2011 80,895 miles

Nail in rear tyre

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Oil leak

all jacking points on chassis corroded

rear trailing arms corroded,

whip in both front shock absorbers

Fail 15 Dec 2011 80,895 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e) DANGEROUS

Nail in rear tyre

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Oil leak

all jacking points on chassis corroded

rear trailing arms corroded,

whip in both front shock absorbers

Pass 25 Nov 2010 78,127 miles

Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 23 Oct 2008 76,583 miles
Fail 23 Oct 2008 76,583 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 17 Oct 2007 70,857 miles
Fail 15 Oct 2007 70,857 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

Pass 2 May 2007 69,338 miles
Fail 1 May 2007 69,338 miles

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

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 26 Apr 2006 65,761 miles
Fail 18 Apr 2006 65,675 miles

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

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

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

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

battery insecure

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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R573 LBD is a 1998 Suzuki Vitara in White with a 1,590cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 56.3%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 R573 LBD, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R573 LBD registered?

R573 LBD is a 1998 Suzuki Vitara, first registered on 30 April 1998.

Is R573 LBD safe to buy?

The MOT history for R573 LBD shows 16 tests with a 56.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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