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E532 VKJ

1988 Suzuki SJ410

White Petrol 970cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Sep 2026
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

53,603 mi
Last recorded53,603 miles
Recorded on28 Aug 2025
Typical for 1988 Suzuki SJ41070,989 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE532 VKJ
MakeSuzuki
ModelSJ410
Year1988
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine970cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Aug 2025 53,603 miles

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test Both rear ()

Pass 9 Sep 2024 53,597 miles

Front Bull bar brackets protrude forward of f/bumper; advise removal for pedestrian safety

Rear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test Both ()

Fail 9 Sep 2024 53,597 miles

Front Bull bar brackets protrude forward of f/bumper; advise removal for pedestrian safety

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test Both ()

Pass 12 Sep 2023 53,587 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 8 Sep 2023 53,583 miles

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

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Prop drum park brake requires service/adjustment

Pass 16 Sep 2022 53,565 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2021 53,464 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 31 Aug 2021 53,457 miles

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

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 22 Sep 2020 53,451 miles

Nearside Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 4 Jul 2008 53,020 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2007 51,455 miles

How Reliable is the Suzuki SJ410?

Based on 16,216 MOT tests across 3,016 vehicles.

67.7%
Pass Rate
980
Miles/Year
43
Year Lifespan
3,016
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings 1,313
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 1,135
fog lamp not working 766
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 523
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 518
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E532 VKJ is a 1988 Suzuki SJ410 in White with a 970cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 1988 Suzuki SJ410 models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.1% with a typical mileage of 70,989 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Suzuki SJ410 fails its MOT is body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings, accounting for 1,313 recorded failures. If you're considering buying E532 VKJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki SJ410 typically stays on UK roads for around 43 years. At 38 years old, this Suzuki SJ410 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was E532 VKJ registered?

E532 VKJ is a 1988 Suzuki SJ410, first registered on 5 January 1988.

Is E532 VKJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for E532 VKJ shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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