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R710 KVL

1997 Suzuki Vitara

Green Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Dec 2017
Tests17 (11 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate64.7%

Mileage

180,055 mi
Last recorded180,055 miles
Recorded on29 Nov 2016
Typical for 1997 Suzuki Vitara80,904 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR710 KVL
MakeSuzuki
ModelVitara
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

11 pass 6 fail
Pass 29 Nov 2016 180,055 miles

Rear Bumper insecure ()

Rear Bumper insecure ()

Pass 18 Dec 2015 174,016 miles

Body has slight corrosion platted (6.1.B.2)

Brake pipe slightly corroded greased (3.6.B.2c)

Tyre worn close to the legal limit both front worn on inner edges (4.1.E.1)

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion platted (6.1.A.1)

Pass 1 Dec 2014 167,289 miles

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

Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Fail 27 Nov 2014 167,285 miles

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

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

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

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

Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Pass 10 Dec 2013 162,207 miles
Fail 5 Nov 2013 162,021 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Nearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Pass 5 Nov 2012 158,362 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2011 154,725 miles

both front brakes have slight binding

n/s/r body mount slightly corroded

sill covers fitted not allowing full inspection

Fail 11 Nov 2011 154,687 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

both front brakes have slight binding

n/s/r body mount slightly corroded

sill covers fitted not allowing full inspection

Pass 9 Nov 2010 150,358 miles
Fail 9 Nov 2010 150,358 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 16 Nov 2009 148,181 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2008 147,049 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2007 144,499 miles
Fail 26 Oct 2007 144,499 miles

Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Pass 26 Oct 2006 130,816 miles
Fail 26 Oct 2006 130,816 miles

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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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R710 KVL is a 1997 Suzuki Vitara in Green with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.7%.

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 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 R710 KVL, 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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R710 KVL is a 1997 Suzuki Vitara, first registered on 6 December 1997.

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