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R836 DJV

1997 Suzuki Vitara

Black Petrol 1590cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jan 2021
Tests17 (10 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate58.8%

Mileage

59,868 mi
Last recorded59,868 miles
Recorded on23 Jan 2020
Typical for 1997 Suzuki Vitara80,904 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR836 DJV
MakeSuzuki
ModelVitara
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,590cc

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MOT History

10 pass 7 fail
Pass 23 Jan 2020 59,868 miles
Fail 23 Jan 2020 59,868 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Fail 5 Jun 2019 59,795 miles

Central Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced body mounts (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Nearside Front Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Front Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle by more than 50% Axle 1 (1.2.1 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 21 Aug 2013 59,504 miles

all four tyres are cracked and perishing

engine is leaking oil

Fail 13 Aug 2013 59,504 miles

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

all four tyres are cracked and perishing

engine is leaking oil

Pass 28 Aug 2012 59,137 miles

exhaust terminates underbody, fume danger.

multiple small surface cracks on tyres

rear body corrosion in many areas not within prescribed areas

underbonnett wiring insecure.

Fail 28 Aug 2012 59,137 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

battery insecure

drivers seat belt adjustment/configuration inadviseable

exhaust terminates underbody, fume danger.

multiple small surface cracks on tyres

rear body corrosion in many areas not within prescribed areas

underbonnett wiring insecure.

Pass 22 Sep 2011 58,434 miles
Fail 21 Sep 2011 58,430 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Rear reflector excessively damaged so that its function is impaired (1.5.1c)

Offside Inner Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Pass 15 Dec 2010 58,162 miles

surface corrosion

Fail 14 Dec 2010 58,162 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose has insufficient room to move, resulting in fouling on any part (3.6.B.4a)

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

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

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

surface corrosion

Pass 16 Nov 2009 53,581 miles
Fail 13 Nov 2009 53,545 miles

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

Pass 24 Sep 2008 85,864 miles

the chassis is starting to corrode

the sidewalls of all four tyres are deteriorating

Pass 2 Jun 2008 45,018 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 19 Apr 2007 44,194 miles
Pass 5 May 2006 43,720 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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R836 DJV is a 1997 Suzuki Vitara in Black with a 1,590cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 58.8%.

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 R836 DJV, 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 R836 DJV registered?

R836 DJV is a 1997 Suzuki Vitara, first registered on 22 December 1997.

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