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R909 UJW

1997 Suzuki Vitara

Blue Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jan 2019
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

87,388 mi
Last recorded87,388 miles
Recorded on11 Jan 2018
Typical for 1997 Suzuki Vitara80,904 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR909 UJW
MakeSuzuki
ModelVitara
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Jan 2018 87,388 miles
Fail 10 Jan 2018 87,388 miles

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

Front registration plate deteriorated damaged (6.3.1d)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

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

Pass 13 Jan 2017 84,721 miles

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

Pass 16 Jan 2016 82,075 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin 70/ worn (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

both inner / outer sills at rear poor condition corroson

Pass 8 Jan 2015 77,799 miles

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

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

off/s rear w/arch corroson

Pass 9 Jan 2014 73,733 miles

both outer sills heavy corroson at rear

Pass 3 Jan 2013 71,430 miles

off/s rear w/arch corroson

Pass 13 Jan 2012 68,890 miles
Fail 9 Jan 2012 68,879 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 5 Jan 2011 66,326 miles

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

Pass 11 Dec 2009 63,153 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2009 60,036 miles

Nearside Front Lower Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 4 Jan 2008 56,357 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2007 54,183 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2006 50,674 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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R909 UJW is a 1997 Suzuki Vitara in Blue with a 1,998cc 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 R909 UJW, 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 R909 UJW registered?

R909 UJW is a 1997 Suzuki Vitara, first registered on 1 August 1997.

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The MOT history for R909 UJW 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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