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R845 ENY

1997 Suzuki Vitara

Green Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jul 2019
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

112,077 mi
Last recorded112,077 miles
Recorded on13 Jul 2018
Typical for 1997 Suzuki Vitara80,904 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR845 ENY
MakeSuzuki
ModelVitara
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Jul 2018 112,077 miles

Nearside Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Pass 28 Jun 2017 107,276 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2016 102,131 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2015 99,144 miles
Fail 15 Apr 2014 96,294 miles

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

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

Pass 15 Apr 2014 96,294 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2013 92,640 miles
Fail 22 Mar 2013 92,640 miles

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

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 28 Mar 2012 87,996 miles

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

Pass 22 Mar 2011 83,830 miles
Fail 22 Mar 2011 83,830 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 18 Mar 2010 78,716 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 16 Mar 2009 71,550 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2008 65,924 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2007 58,413 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2005 54,693 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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R845 ENY is a 1997 Suzuki Vitara in Green with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 R845 ENY, 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 R845 ENY registered?

R845 ENY is a 1997 Suzuki Vitara, first registered on 30 December 1997.

Is R845 ENY safe to buy?

The MOT history for R845 ENY shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does R845 ENY have outstanding finance?

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