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R788 KKS

1997 Suzuki Vitara

Purple Petrol 1590cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jan 2019
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

81,277 mi
Last recorded81,277 miles
Recorded on7 Jan 2019
Typical for 1997 Suzuki Vitara80,904 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR788 KKS
MakeSuzuki
ModelVitara
Year1997
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,590cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Fail 7 Jan 2019 81,277 miles

Nearside Front Body mounting fixings insecure such that stability is seriously impaired (6.2.2 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Body mounting fixings insecure such that stability is seriously impaired (6.2.2 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Body mounting fixings insecure such that stability is seriously impaired (6.2.2 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Body mounting fixings insecure such that stability is seriously impaired (6.2.2 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 20 Jan 2018 79,919 miles
Fail 10 Jan 2018 79,919 miles

Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

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

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 5 Jan 2017 78,718 miles

car rusty underside

Pass 6 Jan 2016 77,069 miles

front body mounts corroded

underside off car rusted

Pass 9 Jan 2015 75,396 miles

front mounts some corrosion

Pass 10 Jan 2014 73,569 miles

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

inner sills corroded slightly n/s and o/s

rear to front brake pipes corroded slightly

Pass 7 Jan 2013 71,507 miles

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

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

Pass 6 Jan 2012 70,341 miles

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

Offside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Pass 11 Jan 2011 65,301 miles

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

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

Pass 6 Jan 2010 57,490 miles

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly damaged (2.3.2)

Pass 12 Jan 2009 51,609 miles

all 4 tyres perrished on sidewalls cords not showing at time of test

offside front flexi hose perrished

Pass 13 Mar 2008 47,151 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2007 41,942 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2006 33,759 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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R788 KKS is a 1997 Suzuki Vitara in Purple with a 1,590cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 R788 KKS, 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 R788 KKS registered?

R788 KKS is a 1997 Suzuki Vitara, first registered on 4 December 1997.

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The MOT history for R788 KKS shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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