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R57 AWF

1998 Suzuki Vitara

Blue Petrol 1590cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Aug 2024
Tests24 (18 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

145,000 mi
Last recorded145,000 miles
Recorded on14 Aug 2023
Typical for 1998 Suzuki Vitara73,104 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR57 AWF
MakeSuzuki
ModelVitara
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,590cc

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MOT History

18 pass 6 fail
Pass 14 Aug 2023 145,000 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test ()

Fail 14 Aug 2023 145,000 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test ()

Fail 12 Jun 2023 144,578 miles

Central Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Emissions unable to be completed (8.2.1.2 (d))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Inner Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 23 May 2022 136,337 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2021 135,783 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2020 134,447 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2019 131,032 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 3 Jul 2018 126,906 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2017 122,526 miles
Fail 4 Jul 2017 122,526 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 27 Jun 2016 118,067 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2015 113,245 miles
Fail 11 Jun 2014 105,272 miles

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

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 11 Jun 2014 105,272 miles
Fail 17 Jun 2013 98,780 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 17 Jun 2013 98,780 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2012 93,494 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2011 87,961 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2011 87,961 miles

Offside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 21 Jun 2010 81,895 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2009 73,997 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2008 66,408 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2007 56,813 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2006 48,153 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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R57 AWF is a 1998 Suzuki Vitara in Blue with a 1,590cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 R57 AWF, 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 R57 AWF registered?

R57 AWF is a 1998 Suzuki Vitara, first registered on 26 June 1998.

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