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R609 YAT

1998 Suzuki Vitara

Green Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Apr 2013
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

143,138 mi
Last recorded143,138 miles
Recorded on4 Apr 2012
Typical for 1998 Suzuki Vitara73,104 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR609 YAT
MakeSuzuki
ModelVitara
Year1998
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 Apr 2012 143,138 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2011 133,530 miles

Offside Inner Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 13 Apr 2010 125,623 miles
Fail 13 Apr 2010 125,623 miles

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

Nearside Outer Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Outer Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 24 Apr 2009 117,858 miles

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

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Non obligatory mirror damaged

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

both rear shockers dust covers corroded

Pass 18 Mar 2008 110,859 miles
Fail 15 Mar 2008 110,847 miles

Anti-roll bar linkage which is adjustable, locking device insecure (2.4.G.1)

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

Offside Front Driver's door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Pass 23 Mar 2007 102,944 miles
Fail 19 Mar 2007 102,853 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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

Pass 24 Mar 2006 92,293 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 YAT is a 1998 Suzuki Vitara in Green with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 R609 YAT, 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 R609 YAT registered?

R609 YAT is a 1998 Suzuki Vitara, first registered on 27 February 1998.

Is R609 YAT safe to buy?

The MOT history for R609 YAT shows 10 tests with a 70% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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