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R918 EAA

1997 Suzuki Vitara

Red Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Jul 2027
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

147,460 mi
Last recorded147,460 miles
Recorded on17 Jul 2026
Typical for 1997 Suzuki Vitara80,904 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR918 EAA
MakeSuzuki
ModelVitara
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 17 Jul 2026 147,460 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material feed pipe from load valve to axle corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material feed pipe to flexi corroding (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 20 Jun 2025 147,135 miles

Nearside Front Steering box has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering box fitted) (2.3 (a) (i))

Oil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Front cross member rusty

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Steering box leaking oil (2.1.1 (e) (i))

Wheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch

Pass 13 Jun 2024 140,385 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Main line to flexi (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Feed line on compensator valve (1.1.11 (c))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 17 May 2023 131,189 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material feed to flexi corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material feed on compensator valve (1.1.11 (c))

Steering box leaking oil (2.1.1 (e) (i))

Fail 17 May 2023 131,189 miles

Offside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material feed to flexi corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material feed on compensator valve (1.1.11 (c))

Steering box leaking oil (2.1.1 (e) (i))

Pass 18 Nov 2021 119,533 miles

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 11 Nov 2020 100,018 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2019 74,076 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2018 70,107 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 18 Nov 2017 65,027 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2016 62,260 miles

Front number plate cracked

Pass 13 Nov 2012 61,400 miles

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

Oil leak

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 8 Nov 2011 60,419 miles

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

Pass 19 Nov 2010 59,303 miles

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

Oil leak

Pass 10 Nov 2009 57,649 miles
Fail 10 Nov 2009 57,649 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 5 Nov 2008 56,146 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 4 Nov 2008 56,146 miles

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

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 13 Nov 2007 54,333 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2006 51,624 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2005 48,149 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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R918 EAA is a 1997 Suzuki Vitara in Red with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

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 R918 EAA, 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 R918 EAA registered?

R918 EAA is a 1997 Suzuki Vitara, first registered on 30 September 1997.

Is R918 EAA safe to buy?

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