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R609 TKM

1997 Suzuki Vitara

Blue Petrol 1590cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Sep 2012
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

130,278 mi
Last recorded130,278 miles
Recorded on15 Sep 2011
Typical for 1997 Suzuki Vitara80,904 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR609 TKM
MakeSuzuki
ModelVitara
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,590cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Sep 2011 130,278 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2010 121,838 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2009 115,249 miles

Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

fuel pipes corroded

Fail 8 May 2009 113,667 miles

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

Offside Front 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)

Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 25 Apr 2008 109,041 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2007 106,227 miles
Pass 8 May 2006 96,647 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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R609 TKM is a 1997 Suzuki Vitara in Blue with a 1,590cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 R609 TKM, 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 R609 TKM registered?

R609 TKM is a 1997 Suzuki Vitara, first registered on 30 September 1997.

Is R609 TKM safe to buy?

The MOT history for R609 TKM shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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