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R913 BLE

1997 Suzuki Vitara

Blue Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Feb 2020
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

52,224 mi
Last recorded52,224 miles
Recorded on7 Feb 2019
Typical for 1997 Suzuki Vitara80,904 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR913 BLE
MakeSuzuki
ModelVitara
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Feb 2019 52,224 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2018 48,013 miles
Fail 7 Feb 2018 48,013 miles

Central Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

Nearside Rear Road wheel bead rim badly distorted (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 8 Feb 2017 44,399 miles

END OF EXHAUST MISSING

SPEAR WHEEL COVER LOOSE

WIRES ALONG CHASSIS COULD HAVE MORE CLIPS

Pass 27 Jan 2016 43,550 miles

END OF EXHAUST BROKEN

Pass 2 Feb 2015 41,512 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2014 41,038 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2013 40,668 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 2 Feb 2012 40,184 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 28 Jan 2011 39,723 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 26 Jan 2010 39,209 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2009 38,352 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2008 37,660 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2007 36,617 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2006 35,249 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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R913 BLE 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 93.3%.

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 R913 BLE, 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 R913 BLE registered?

R913 BLE is a 1997 Suzuki Vitara, first registered on 1 August 1997.

Is R913 BLE safe to buy?

The MOT history for R913 BLE shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does R913 BLE have outstanding finance?

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