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R67 UWE

1997 Suzuki Vitara

Red Petrol 1590cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Apr 2012
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

33,264 mi
Last recorded33,264 miles
Recorded on19 Apr 2011
Typical for 1997 Suzuki Vitara80,904 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR67 UWE
MakeSuzuki
ModelVitara
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,590cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Apr 2011 33,264 miles

Battery insecure

Pass 28 Apr 2010 33,056 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2010 33,055 miles

Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Battery insecure

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

both sides front chassis rails showing signs of corrosion

Pass 1 May 2009 32,717 miles

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

Nearside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

bubble rust on N.S.F. wing

rear back box bracket brocken (exhaust secure)

Pass 29 Apr 2008 32,168 miles
Fail 25 Apr 2008 32,168 miles

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

front brake pads 80% worn

Pass 31 Oct 2006 31,680 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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R67 UWE is a 1997 Suzuki Vitara in Red with a 1,590cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 R67 UWE, 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 R67 UWE registered?

R67 UWE is a 1997 Suzuki Vitara, first registered on 17 October 1997.

Is R67 UWE safe to buy?

The MOT history for R67 UWE shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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