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C879 SPK

1986 Suzuki SJ413

Black Petrol 1324cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Oct 2025
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

72,906 mi
Last recorded72,906 miles
Recorded on10 Oct 2024
Typical for 1986 Suzuki SJ41356,571 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC879 SPK
MakeSuzuki
ModelSJ413
Year1986
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,324cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Oct 2024 72,906 miles

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view scratches (3.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

Fail 8 Oct 2024 72,903 miles

Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel handbrake (1.1.2 (a))

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar vehicle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (8.1.1 (a))

Front Registration plate inscription illegible bumper bar covering number plate (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Front Brake hose excessively chafed brake hose touching wheel on full left hand lock (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view scratches (3.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

Pass 13 Jan 2021 72,544 miles

Nearside Front Leaf spring slightly corroded

Nearside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Slight corrosion near body mounting (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Leaf spring corroded

Offside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Slight corrosion near front body mounting (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Parking brake leaver has some extended travel

How Reliable is the Suzuki SJ413?

Based on 34,053 MOT tests across 5,399 vehicles.

66.1%
Pass Rate
1,317
Miles/Year
41
Year Lifespan
5,399
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 3,256
Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings 2,979
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 1,964
Brake pipe excessively corroded 1,345
parking brake recording little or no effort 1,229
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C879 SPK is a 1986 Suzuki SJ413 in Black with a 1,324cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1986 Suzuki SJ413 models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.2% with a typical mileage of 56,571 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Suzuki SJ413 fails its MOT is seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 3,256 recorded failures. If you're considering buying C879 SPK, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki SJ413 typically stays on UK roads for around 41 years. At 40 years old, this Suzuki SJ413 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was C879 SPK registered?

C879 SPK is a 1986 Suzuki SJ413, first registered on 3 April 1986.

Is C879 SPK safe to buy?

The MOT history for C879 SPK shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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