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R934 HKN

1997 Suzuki Vitara

Red Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Apr 2014
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

131,935 mi
Last recorded131,935 miles
Recorded on4 Apr 2013
Typical for 1997 Suzuki Vitara80,904 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR934 HKN
MakeSuzuki
ModelVitara
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Apr 2013 131,935 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2012 127,829 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

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

Oil leak

Wheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch

front brake pads wearing low

front brakes have a 17% imbalance

rear exhaust box in poor condition

Pass 21 Feb 2011 122,602 miles

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

both rear and off side fron tyres cracking in treads and on walls

Fail 15 Feb 2011 301,910 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

both rear and off side fron tyres cracking in treads and on walls

Pass 17 Feb 2010 118,856 miles

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

Steering system slightly rough (2.2.D.1)

Pass 23 Feb 2009 114,058 miles

outer sill covers fitted,unable to fully test full length on both sill areas.

Fail 16 Feb 2009 113,982 miles

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

outer sill covers fitted,unable to fully test full length on both sill areas.

Pass 16 Feb 2008 110,797 miles

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

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

Pass 23 Feb 2007 103,074 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2006 94,984 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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R934 HKN is a 1997 Suzuki Vitara in Red with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 R934 HKN, 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 R934 HKN registered?

R934 HKN is a 1997 Suzuki Vitara, first registered on 11 December 1997.

Is R934 HKN safe to buy?

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