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R952 JBM

1997 Suzuki Vitara

Silver Petrol 1590cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Jun 2027
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

15,884 mi
Last recorded15,884 miles
Recorded on26 Jun 2026
Typical for 1997 Suzuki Vitara80,904 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR952 JBM
MakeSuzuki
ModelVitara
Year1997
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,590cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 26 Jun 2026 15,884 miles

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

Pass 23 Jun 2025 15,610 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2024 15,123 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 29 Oct 2015 15,057 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2014 15,002 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2013 14,920 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2011 14,891 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2010 14,752 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2009 14,655 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2008 14,563 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2007 14,369 miles
Pass 4 May 2006 14,226 miles

Service brake juddering slightly (3.7.C.2)

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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R952 JBM is a 1997 Suzuki Vitara in Silver with a 1,590cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 R952 JBM, 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 R952 JBM registered?

R952 JBM is a 1997 Suzuki Vitara, first registered on 1 August 1997.

Is R952 JBM safe to buy?

The MOT history for R952 JBM shows 12 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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