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R63 CGE

1997 Suzuki Vitara

Blue Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Dec 2009
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

148,236 mi
Last recorded148,236 miles
Recorded on25 Nov 2009
Typical for 1997 Suzuki Vitara80,904 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR63 CGE
MakeSuzuki
ModelVitara
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Fail 25 Nov 2009 148,236 miles

Centre Vehicle structure has a modification which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is deliberately modified which significantly reduces the original strength (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Vehicle structure has a modification which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)

Outer Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.2b)

Pass 6 Dec 2008 141,693 miles

Centre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly damaged (2.2.D.2b)

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Fail 5 Nov 2008 141,560 miles

Front registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)

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

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

Offside Front Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

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

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Pass 20 Oct 2007 136,119 miles

Centre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

under vehicle rusty

Pass 13 Nov 2006 127,327 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2005 112,403 miles
Fail 7 Dec 2005 112,403 miles

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

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)

Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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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R63 CGE is a 1997 Suzuki Vitara in Blue with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 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 R63 CGE, 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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R63 CGE is a 1997 Suzuki Vitara, first registered on 1 August 1997.

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