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R91 EVL

1997 Suzuki Vitara

Green Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Dec 2021
Tests23 (16 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate69.6%

Mileage

92,023 mi
Last recorded92,023 miles
Recorded on22 Dec 2020
Typical for 1997 Suzuki Vitara80,904 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR91 EVL
MakeSuzuki
ModelVitara
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

16 pass 7 fail
Pass 22 Dec 2020 92,023 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2019 90,981 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2018 89,752 miles
Fail 9 Oct 2018 89,740 miles

Nearside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Pass 18 Oct 2017 86,679 miles

Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)

Pass 26 Oct 2016 87,527 miles
Fail 11 Oct 2016 87,575 miles

Nearside Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings Sill (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings Shock top (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings Sill (6.1.B.2)

Pass 29 Oct 2015 86,617 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2014 85,334 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2013 84,414 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2012 82,901 miles
Fail 9 Nov 2012 82,889 miles

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Near rear tyre sidewall cracking

Pass 22 Oct 2011 82,327 miles
Fail 21 Oct 2011 82,327 miles

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

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 14 Jun 2011 81,792 miles

Centre Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Offside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

nearside and offside inner sill has thick layer off underseal unable to inspect fully

Pass 22 Jun 2010 77,616 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2009 73,720 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 18 Jun 2009 73,621 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage insecure (2.4.G.1)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 24 Jun 2008 69,745 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Fail 17 Jun 2008 69,630 miles

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

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

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 13 Jun 2007 64,708 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2007 64,708 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

Pass 6 Jun 2006 58,346 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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R91 EVL is a 1997 Suzuki Vitara in Green with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.6%.

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 R91 EVL, 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 R91 EVL registered?

R91 EVL is a 1997 Suzuki Vitara, first registered on 9 August 1997.

Is R91 EVL safe to buy?

The MOT history for R91 EVL shows 23 tests with a 69.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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