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R682 OWP

1997 Suzuki Vitara

Blue Petrol 1590cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Dec 2025
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

66,410 mi
Last recorded66,410 miles
Recorded on30 Dec 2024
Typical for 1997 Suzuki Vitara80,904 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR682 OWP
MakeSuzuki
ModelVitara
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,590cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Dec 2024 66,410 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2023 66,010 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2022 65,140 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2021 64,850 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2020 64,775 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2019 62,548 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2018 57,660 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2008 54,573 miles

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

Pass 3 Sep 2007 51,294 miles

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

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

nearside front tyre sidewall pershed

Fail 1 Sep 2007 51,266 miles

Front passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

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

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

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

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

nearside front tyre sidewall

Fail 17 Apr 2007 48,455 miles

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

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

***WIPERS IN POOR CONDITION***

Pass 5 Apr 2006 42,634 miles

offside rear tyre on legal limit. †both rear tyres heavily perished.

Fail 5 Apr 2006 42,634 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

offside rear tyre worn to legal limit, requires renewal. †offside and nearside rear tyres heavily perished.

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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R682 OWP is a 1997 Suzuki Vitara in Blue with a 1,590cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 R682 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 R682 OWP registered?

R682 OWP is a 1997 Suzuki Vitara, first registered on 27 November 1997.

Is R682 OWP safe to buy?

The MOT history for R682 OWP shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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