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R679 OWP

1997 Suzuki Vitara

Green Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Aug 2021
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

118,177 mi
Last recorded118,177 miles
Recorded on12 Aug 2020
Typical for 1997 Suzuki Vitara80,904 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR679 OWP
MakeSuzuki
ModelVitara
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 12 Aug 2020 118,177 miles
Fail 5 Aug 2020 118,174 miles

Driver's door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 26 Mar 2019 113,008 miles

Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security slight corrosion (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Pass 5 Oct 2017 108,071 miles

nearside front tyre worn low on inner edge

Pass 3 Oct 2016 106,789 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2015 106,301 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2014 104,911 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Pass 12 Sep 2013 102,876 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2012 100,185 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2011 95,126 miles

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

Pass 1 Oct 2010 90,832 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2009 86,684 miles

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Pass 16 Sep 2008 82,663 miles
Fail 16 Sep 2008 82,663 miles

Front Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

Fail 28 Sep 2007 79,247 miles

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

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

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

Pass 28 Sep 2007 79,247 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2006 74,658 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2005 70,427 miles
Fail 4 Oct 2005 70,427 miles

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

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

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

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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R679 OWP is a 1997 Suzuki Vitara in Green with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 R679 OWP, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R679 OWP registered?

R679 OWP is a 1997 Suzuki Vitara, first registered on 21 October 1997.

Is R679 OWP safe to buy?

The MOT history for R679 OWP shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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