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R645 VEV

1997 Suzuki Vitara

Green Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jun 2022
Tests24 (16 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

84,959 mi
Last recorded84,959 miles
Recorded on12 Jun 2021
Typical for 1997 Suzuki Vitara80,904 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR645 VEV
MakeSuzuki
ModelVitara
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

16 pass 8 fail
Pass 12 Jun 2021 84,959 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 12 Jun 2021 84,959 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 15 Jun 2020 84,392 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 15 Jun 2020 84,392 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 17 Jun 2019 83,706 miles
Fail 17 Jun 2019 83,706 miles

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 11 Jun 2018 83,210 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2017 82,294 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2017 82,294 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 18 Jun 2016 81,156 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2015 80,179 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2014 78,337 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2014 78,335 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

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

brake fluid low

Pass 17 Jun 2013 76,223 miles

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

Rear axle diff has an oil leak

registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 17 Jun 2013 76,223 miles

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

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

Rear axle diff has an oil leak

registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 20 Jun 2012 73,907 miles

Engine & rear axle diff have oil leaks

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

Rear position lamp(s) slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 22 Jun 2011 71,727 miles
Fail 22 Jun 2011 71,727 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 21 Jun 2010 69,222 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

Pass 17 Jun 2009 65,579 miles

All 4 tyres developing cracks

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Fail 18 Jun 2008 62,657 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 18 Jun 2008 62,657 miles

Offside Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 20 Jun 2007 59,174 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2006 55,577 miles

FRONT N/PLATE SLIGHTLY DISFIGURED.

O/S/F TYRE WORN ON INNER TREAD.

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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R645 VEV is a 1997 Suzuki Vitara in Green with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 R645 VEV, 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 R645 VEV registered?

R645 VEV is a 1997 Suzuki Vitara, first registered on 29 September 1997.

Is R645 VEV safe to buy?

The MOT history for R645 VEV shows 24 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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