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R780 TJC

1997 Suzuki Vitara

Blue Petrol 1590cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Nov 2015
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

115,557 mi
Last recorded115,557 miles
Recorded on14 Nov 2014
Typical for 1997 Suzuki Vitara80,904 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR780 TJC
MakeSuzuki
ModelVitara
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,590cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 Nov 2014 115,557 miles

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

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

Pass 21 Sep 2013 108,045 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2012 105,500 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2011 103,943 miles
Fail 29 Mar 2011 103,943 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Offside Outer Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

exhaust,not fitted to one its rubber mountings

Pass 23 Mar 2009 98,594 miles
Fail 23 Mar 2009 98,594 miles

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

Pass 21 Mar 2008 88,596 miles

offside front tyre wearing inner edge.

Pass 22 Mar 2007 77,280 miles
Fail 22 Mar 2007 77,280 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 24 Mar 2006 67,850 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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R780 TJC is a 1997 Suzuki Vitara in Blue with a 1,590cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 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 R780 TJC, 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 R780 TJC registered?

R780 TJC is a 1997 Suzuki Vitara, first registered on 1 August 1997.

Is R780 TJC safe to buy?

The MOT history for R780 TJC shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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