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R725 ULU

1997 Suzuki Vitara

Red Petrol 1590cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Oct 2017
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

99,668 mi
Last recorded99,668 miles
Recorded on4 Oct 2016
Typical for 1997 Suzuki Vitara80,904 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR725 ULU
MakeSuzuki
ModelVitara
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,590cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 4 Oct 2016 99,668 miles

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

Rear brakes scoring / noisy

Fail 3 Oct 2016 99,668 miles

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

Nearside Registration plate lamp shows direct white light to the rear fitted upside down (1.1.C.1f)

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Rear brakes scoring / noisy

Pass 25 Sep 2015 90,806 miles

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

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

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

Pass 3 Oct 2014 85,924 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2013 83,753 miles

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

near side rear tyre wear

Pass 30 Oct 2012 80,536 miles
Fail 16 Oct 2012 80,520 miles

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

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

Fail 17 Oct 2011 76,287 miles

Nearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 17 Oct 2011 76,287 miles

Nearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Fail 25 Oct 2010 73,090 miles

Nearside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Inner Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

rear exhaust bracket adrift

Pass 25 Oct 2010 73,090 miles

Nearside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Inner Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

rear exhaust bracket adrift

Pass 5 Nov 2009 70,674 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2008 66,251 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2007 661,143 miles

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

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

advise on condition of fuel filter.

Pass 1 Nov 2006 56,490 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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R725 ULU is a 1997 Suzuki Vitara in Red with a 1,590cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 R725 ULU, 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 R725 ULU registered?

R725 ULU is a 1997 Suzuki Vitara, first registered on 7 August 1997.

Is R725 ULU safe to buy?

The MOT history for R725 ULU shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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